Could Peptides Replace Traditional Medications? What You Need to Know | Gaspari Beyond The Muscle

Peptides have exploded in popularity, generating $50 billion in sales today, but are they the future of medicine or just another trend? In this eye-opening episode of Beyond The Muscle, Rich Gaspari is joined by medicinal biochemist George Mariano to break down the science behind peptides, how they work, and why some are banned or restricted.

From GLP-1s for weight loss to the controversial BPC-157, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about these short chains of amino acids that can transform your health, but also come with some serious questions.

In this episode, you'll discover:
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The shocking truth about why peptides are the future of medicine
What peptides actually are—and how they’re different from drugs like insulin
The full story on GLP-1 for weight loss: Why everyone’s talking about it (and how it really works)
How peptides help with inflammation, muscle growth, and cellular repair
Why BPC-157 and TB-500 are banned (and whether they’re still effective)
The difference between peptides and SARMs—what you don’t know could change your health
Why peptide injections work better than oral options and how they affect your body
The future of peptides: What you need to watch out for in the next 5–10 years

GUEST: George Mariano – Co-founder of American Medical Wellness, medicinal biochemist, and expert in peptide therapies.

🔥CRITICAL MOMENTS:
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00:00 Introduction & Peptide Craze
02:00 What Are Peptides? The Basics Explained
05:00 Why Some Peptides Need to Be Injected
08:00 GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss: How They Work
10:00 Understanding the Difference Between Peptides and SARMs
13:00 What Makes Peptides Different From Regular Protein
16:00 Peptides in Your Body vs. What You Can Take Externally
18:00 Insulin & GH: Why They’re Both Peptides
20:00 The Legality of Peptides — Why the FDA Bans Certain Ones
22:00 The BPC-157 Debate: Why It’s Banned and Still Used
25:00 How Peptides Improve Pain Management and Inflammation
27:00 Why Some Peptides Can Be Taken Orally & Others Must Be Injected
30:00 The $50 Billion Market for Peptides — What’s Driving It?
32:00 Peptides for Weight Loss: GLP-1s and Their Side Effects
35:00 CJC-1295 and MK-677: How They Work for Growth Hormone
37:00 Peptide Science: Why It’s So New and Controversial
39:00 Closing Thoughts: Peptides in Medicine, Fitness, and Anti-Aging

⚠️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes. Always consult healthcare professionals before making any changes.

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