01/31/2026
It is true, I don't think you can actually be an expert on a medical therapy for which there is no real data. I have done pretty deep data dives on pretty much every commonly used peptide, but I would still not consider myself an expert on the peptides that don't have sufficient human trials. You just can't be.
So given this fact, the next thing isa doctor who at least understands the science - the proposed mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, bioavailability and potential risks based upon mechanism.
If your provider doesn't know these things, you might as well find somebody on YouTube to give you advice.
Peptides are exciting. There is real potential value in this class of synthetic hormones, in terms of improving quality and maybe even quantity of life. But be very wary blanket statements such as "you should be on peptides". Each peptide should be evaluated based upon its own merit and available data and the clinical goal. I personally gravitate towards the growth hormone secretagogues that have been approved by the FDA and can legally be compounded. But even these don't have great long-term data. But I generally feel comfortable with recommending them in the right patient.
Be especially careful about any peptides that do not come from a 503A pharmacy, because that means they have not been third-party tested for potency or purity. Specifically, I strongly recommend avoiding any peptides that are labeled "for research use only". Don't do research on yourself.
