News & research

Evidence-based articles, comparisons, and guides.

Ipamorelin vs Tesamorelin: growth hormone peptides

Growth hormone optimization sits at the intersection of longevity science and body recomposition. While the fitness industry has long chased growth hormone's fat-burning and muscle-preserving effects.

Mar 14, 2026

Peptide evidence levels

Research 7 min read

Understanding peptide evidence levels: a research guide

The scientific literature on peptides ranges from FDA-approved medications backed by decades of clinical trials to compounds with a handful of animal studies and enthusiastic online testimonials..

Mar 14, 2026

Peptides vs HRT

Research 8 min read

Research review: peptides vs HRT for hormone optimization

The aging process brings predictable changes: declining energy, reduced muscle mass, increased body fat, and for many, a general sense of vitality slipping away. Traditional hormone replacement.

Mar 14, 2026

GLP-1 vision risks

Research 9 min read

Study reveals vision risks in GLP-1 weight loss drugs

The research was troubling enough to make headlines worldwide. In July 2024, a study from Mass Eye and Ear hospital reported that patients taking semaglutide showed.

Mar 14, 2026

GLP-1 safety risks

Deep dive 8 min read

GLP-1 peptides safety risks and discontinuation effects

The warnings started as whispers in medical journals and patient forums. Then came the headlines: severe gastroparesis requiring hospitalization, kidney injuries, pancreatitis cases climbing. Now.

Mar 14, 2026

America's obesity crisis

Deep dive 10 min read

America's obesity crisis and why GLP-1s matter

Nearly three out of four American adults are overweight or obese. Here's what the data actually shows, why traditional approaches keep failing, and how GLP-1 receptor agonists are changing the equation.

Mar 13, 2026

Celebrity peptides

News 8 min read

Oprah to Joe Rogan: peptides go mainstream

Celebrities aren't just using peptides, they're talking about them openly. What the mainstreaming of peptides means for everyone.

Mar 11, 2026

Retatrutide vs the rest

Comparison 9 min read

Retatrutide vs semaglutide and tirzepatide

The triple agonist showed 24% weight loss in phase 2 trials. Here's how it stacks up and why it's not available yet.

Mar 10, 2026

Peptides for muscle

Guide 10 min read

Best peptides for muscle and recovery

Muscle is the organ of longevity. Here are the peptides that help you build and keep it, from GH secretagogues to recovery compounds.

Mar 9, 2026

Injection guide

Guide 8 min read

How to inject peptides: a beginner's guide

Self-injection sounds scary until you've done it once. Here's everything you need to know, step by step.

Mar 8, 2026

Reconstitution 101

Guide 7 min read

How to reconstitute peptide powders

Most peptides arrive as a freeze-dried powder. Here's how to mix them safely using bacteriostatic water.

Mar 7, 2026

Peptides for beauty

Guide 9 min read

Best peptides for beauty: what actually works

The peptide glow is real. Here's the science behind it, which peptides actually improve skin, and where to start.

Mar 6, 2026

Peptides 101

Guide 10 min read

Peptides 101: what to know before starting

Peptides went from biohacker secret to mainstream medicine. Here's what they actually do, which ones are worth your time, and how to start without getting ripped off.

Mar 5, 2026

Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide

Comparison 8 min read

Semaglutide vs tirzepatide: which is right?

A research-backed comparison of the two leading GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management.

Mar 4, 2026

BPC-157 vs TB-500

Comparison 7 min read

BPC-157 vs TB-500: recovery peptides compared

An evidence-based comparison of two popular healing peptides:their mechanisms, research, and potential applications.

Mar 3, 2026

Peptide basics

Guide 10 min read

What are peptides? A beginner's guide

Everything you need to know about peptides:what they are, how they work, and why they're gaining popularity in health and wellness.

Mar 2, 2026

GLP-1 revolution

Deep dive 9 min read

The GLP-1 revolution and weight loss

From Ozempic to Mounjaro and beyond:how GLP-1 receptor agonists became the biggest breakthrough in obesity treatment.

Mar 1, 2026

FDA peptide ban?

News 9 min read

The FDA reclassified 14 peptides: what it means

The FDA removed 14 peptides from compounding pharmacy availability. Here's what happened, which peptides are affected, and what your options are now.

Feb 28, 2026

Peptide safety

Guide 8 min read

Peptide safety: what to know before starting

A practical guide to understanding peptide safety, sourcing, and what to discuss with your healthcare provider.

Feb 28, 2026

CJC vs Ipamorelin vs MK-677

Comparison 8 min read

CJC-1295 vs Ipamorelin vs MK-677 compared

A detailed comparison of three popular growth hormone secretagogues:their mechanisms, benefits, and what the research says.

Feb 26, 2026

Oral ozempic

News 8 min read

Oral Ozempic: the weight loss pill explained

High-dose oral semaglutide is matching injectable weight loss results in clinical trials. No more needles.

Dec 23, 2025