Peptides in Medicine: Immune Support, Tissue Repair, Hormone Health, and Cognitive Function

In this episode, Dr. Stewart breaks down what peptides are, how they work in the body, and why they have become such a growing topic in medicine beyond GLP-1s and weight loss. He explains the role peptides can play in:

Immune support and inflammation control

Tissue repair and recovery

Brain and nervous system health

Hormone balance and fertility

Sleep-related recovery and energy production

Dr. Stewart also walks through several specific peptides, including thymosin alpha-1, thymosin beta-4, BPC-157, Dihexa, gonadorelin, oxytocin, and growth hormone-releasing peptides. He shares how these are used to support concerns such as:

Chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions

Brain fog, fatigue, and neurologic dysfunction

Tissue healing and injury recovery

Low testosterone and fertility challenges

Anxiety and mood regulation