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Functional Medicine, Hormone Health and Weight Loss with Michele Postol, CRNP
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Sermorelin: If Your Growth Hormone Could Swipe Right…
The medical world once viewed peptides as merely fancy skincare ingredients, but scientists and longevity experts have unlocked their remarkable regenerative potential. These small chains of amino acids function like biological text messages, signaling your cells to repair tissue, release growth hormone, or reduce inflammation with remarkable precision.
Unlike conventional pharmaceuticals that override your body's systems, peptides work by stimulating your natural processes. They're highly targeted, binding to specific receptors to trigger precise cellular responses with minimal side effects. This makes them ideal tools for personalized medicine, allowing practitioners to address the root causes of health concerns rather than simply masking symptoms.
Sermorelin, featured prominently in this episode, exemplifies this elegant approach. Rather than flooding your system with synthetic growth hormone (which can suppress your body's production), Sermorelin signals your pituitary to release your own growth hormone naturally. After 30, we lose approximately 14% of our growth hormone each decade, contributing to decreased muscle mass, increased belly fat, thinning skin, and poor sleep quality. By stimulating natural production, Sermorelin helps restore optimal levels while maintaining your body's control systems.
The benefits extend far beyond anti-aging – improved sleep architecture, enhanced recovery from exercise, increased lean muscle mass, reduced visceral fat, better skin elasticity, enhanced cognitive function, and even improved metabolic markers. Unlike pharmaceuticals that may produce immediate but artificial effects, peptide therapy works gradually, with subtle improvements beginning within weeks and full benefits unfolding over 4-6 months.
Discover why peptides represent the future of regenerative medicine and how they might be the missing piece in your health optimization journey. If you're tired of one-size-fits-all approaches and ready for truly personalized care that works with your biology rather than against it, visit harmonyhubhealth.com to learn if peptide therapy might be right for you.
Welcome to Harmony Hub Health, where my mission is to provide comprehensive, affordable, integrative care that addresses the root cause of health issues. At the Hub, the focus is on individual patient journeys. I strive to optimize health, vitality and longevity, fostering a community where each person can thrive in body, mind and spirit. So let's rewind to the early 2000s. I know I'm 48 years old and 2000 seems like yesterday. But this is when most people thought that peptides were just a fancy buzzword in high-end skincare. But behind the scenes, scientists and longevity experts were unlocking something far more powerful Small chains of amino acids with big regenerative potential. This is the world of peptide therapy a frontier where cellular repair, hormone signaling and anti-aging converge. Repair, hormone signaling and anti-aging converge. Peptides have actually been around since the 1920s when insulin, which technically was the first therapeutic peptide, was introduced. But it wasn't until the past two decades that their role in longevity and functional medicine really took off. With over 80 FDA-approved peptide drugs and more than 150 that are in active clinical development, the science has caught up with the hype. And guess what? The hype is actually real. There's been such a boom in interest from aging populations that are seeking solutions beyond pharmaceuticals. Biohackers and wellness seekers are chasing health span, not just lifespan. There is a podcast on that and data from clinical trials are showing real promise. For example, cjc 1295 with ipamorelin which is what my husband is on it improves growth hormone secretion, muscle mass and sleep quality, while bpc 157 does help to repair the gut and soft tissues. So peptides are now a staple in the toolbox of functional medicine. Whether you're targeting insulin resistance, autoimmunity, inflammation, fatigue or simply looking to turn back the biological clock, peptides may be the key to unlocking your next health milestone. So stay tuned to this podcast because we're going to break down how peptides work, what makes them different from hormones or supplements, and how they're changing the landscape of regenerative and personalized medicine.
Speaker 1:But let's start with just going over what is a peptide and why you should care. So peptides are short chains of amino acids usually between 2 and 50, and they act as biological messengers. So think of them kind of like little text messages your body sends to itself hey, repair that tissue, or release more growth hormone, or tell the fat cells to chill out, right. So peptides bind to specific receptors on cell surfaces and this triggers a very precise cellular response from collagen synthesis to hormone secretion, to immune modulation, and because they mimic natural body signals, peptides are highly targeted, often with minimal side effects. I know in past podcasts I've even talked about how they are like lock and key. Some examples would be sermorelin it binds to pituitary receptors to stimulate natural growth hormone release. Bpc-157 signals the body to accelerate tissue repair. And if we want to compare peptides versus hormones versus supplements, so a peptide is an amino acid chain that signals specific action.
Speaker 1:A hormone is a chemical messenger that's made in your glands, okay. Supplements are nutrients or compounds that are made to support your body functions. Peptides triggers your body's own response. So your own body responds to healing, to fat burning, to growth hormone production. Hormones are a replacement or supplement when you have a deficiency in that. Direct hormone. Supplements replenish micronutrients or support metabolic pathways All right.
Speaker 1:Peptides are very, very specific. They work on single receptors. That's where that locking key comes in. Hormones are more broad and has a more systemic effect and the hope is that it gets to those receptors as well. Supplements they're non-specific support.
Speaker 1:Peptides are used for biohacking. It's widely used for targeting anti-aging performance, metabolic resets. Hormones are used in HRT or hormone replacement therapy or endocrine disease, and then supplements are used to correct deficiencies or just support the function. Peptides have really low risk because it mimics the natural signals. Hormones can have a slightly higher risk because it can suppress natural hormone production in some people. Supplements are very low risk because they are amazing, but with quality that risk kind of varies. Peptides are customizable and highly targeted, so you don't have to flood the system, you just tap the exact receptor to get the response you want. This is the future of personalized medicine Targeted, responsive and minimal side effects.
Speaker 1:I'm actually attending a well, I'm doing it virtually. It's a peptide convention in June and they're popping up everywhere because it's so exciting. There's so much to know, there's so much to learn and it is fascinating. Instead of replacing what's missing, many peptides help your body produce its own hormones, your own enzymes and your own regenerative proteins. That's true regeneration, not dependency. So instead of injecting HGH, our human growth hormone, which can suppress pituitary function, we use sermorelin to simulate the pituitary to work naturally. Isn't that amazing. So peptides can also be stacked like Legos so you can combine fat burning with muscle building, with gut healing, whether it's bpc 157 and tb 500 for injury repair, or that cjc 1295 and ipamorelin for performance and recovery. Stacking lets you tailor results to your goals. So you can have all these little keys for all of those little locks.
Speaker 1:Many, many peptides have short half-lives, so your body uses what it needs and then it clears out the rest. That's part of why they're generally well-tolerated and safer than synthetic hormone megadoses like those pellets. The future of regenerative medicine is peptidic. I read that and I had to read that like four times when I was doing my research because I thought that was just a cool word and statement. But for chronic disease you could use peptides to modulate inflammation. That would be like the thymus and alpha-1. If you have gut healing, that needs to be done, which is almost all of my functional medicine patients because of leaky gut and just poor gut health. That's where KPV and BPC-157 come in. If you just want that longevity, you know growth hormone secretogogs and mitochondrial boosting peptides like MOTC amazing, even though that's getting harder to find right now. People that have brain fog, you know there's Selang, there's Samax, there's Dihexa and for those that have hair loss or skin aging or muscle atrophy, even sexual dysfunction, there's a peptide for that.
Speaker 1:Peptides are not just another supplement trend. They represent a massive leap forward in personalized medicine, regenerative therapies and biohacking. So they work with the body, not against it, stimulating what's supposed to happen to just more efficiently. And that's why we don't just chase symptoms and functional medicine. We help the body remember how to heal so collectively.
Speaker 1:If I had to go over why people use peptides, it's a pretty long list and it's used in personalized medicine. So some people use peptide therapy to boost metabolism and burn fat. There are some to enhance cognitive performance and memory, improve sleep quality and your circadian rhythm. Some people need faster recovery. These are the athletes and they need to build muscle. Or you may want to restore skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles. That's that huge GHK-CU that's everywhere and I do prescribe some medical-grade skin care that has that. That's compounded at the pharmacies. There's some to support immune function. There's some to stabilize mood and repair neurological pathways, and then again that soft tissue injury and to heal leaky gut.
Speaker 1:So peptide therapy what's a good way? It's like a biological software update for an aging body. I just tried to come up with something very technical and there it is Software update for your aging body. So instead of blasting it with doses of hormones or chemical drugs, you're using targeted instructions to restore natural production of key hormones to stimulate regenerative pathways like that. Collagen synthesis and mitochondrial biogenesis. Reduce that chronic inflammation of key hormones to stimulate regenerative pathways like that. Collagen synthesis and mitochondrial biogenesis. Reduce that chronic inflammation and oxidative stress those are the two hallmarks of aging and protect your telomeres, enhance DNA, repair enzymes and improve brain plasticity. And, of course, sleep, which is one of the main pillars of health I talk about with every patient. We want to improve sleep architecture and increase that growth hormone release which declines with age. So you age slower, stay sharper, heal faster. Aren't those the main things?
Speaker 1:Peptide therapy is a precision tool and biohackers are obsessed with optimization, as you can tell. I am too. But there's reasons why. One of them is because it's customizable. You can stack peptides to target energy, fat loss, cognitive health or immune support. There's very low side effects because they mimic what the body already produces.
Speaker 1:Peptides have way fewer risks than pharmaceuticals. And the fast results Many users report feeling better within weeks. I'm not going to lie. A lot of my patients on peptides message me generally within three to five days, even though the science says you know it's more long term. This is not a quick fix and you can track changes in labs, in your IGF-1, in your CRP for inflammation and your body composition, so this makes it a measurable upgrade. You can even pair it perfectly with other biohacks like NAD+, intermittent fasting, cold plunges or that wearable tech data. Like I wear my Oura ring and I love to see how my HRV is doing so. Unlike one size fits all or I should say one size fits none medications, peptides align with root cause and system based medicine, so they're used to nudge your body back into homeostasis, not overwrite it, and that makes peptide therapy one of the most elegant, targeted and regenerative therapies in the functional medicine toolbox.
Speaker 1:But today I do want to focus on Cermorelin. That's going to be the MVP today. Cermorelin is a synthetic analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone that GHRH. Specifically, it's the first 29 amino acids of the naturally occurring 44 amino acid GHRH that's produced in your hypothalamus and despite being a fragment, those 29 amino acids are fully bioactive, so this is FDA approved. This is why it's so easy to find, compared to some of these other peptides that are absolutely amazing.
Speaker 1:Originally, cermorelin was developed for kids with growth hormone deficiency, but it's been repurposed in anti-aging and functional medicine circles, so Cermorelin has gained popularity in recent years, especially in functional medicine and anti-aging, for so many reasons. Number one it's a growth I'd say natural. It's a natural growth hormone stimulator. So, unlike synthetic HGH, which delivers growth hormone directly, you can actually buy HGH or human growth hormone and inject it in yourself. It is very, very expensive and inject it in yourself it is very, very expensive. Cermarillin stimulates the body's own production of growth hormone by mimicking that growth hormone releasing hormone. So this makes it a more physiologically aligned and safer option long-term. So instead of taking something synthetic, you're taking something that is just signaling your body to make more growth hormone. It is FDA approved and it's legally prescribed, so it's approved for diagnostic use and it has been safely used in pediatric endocrinology and if they're willing to use it in these kids, it's definitely good to use. So in functional medicine it's compounded and prescribed off-label for adult growth hormone deficiency and age-related decline. Cermorelin has been dubbed the smart peptide for aging because of its role in improved sleep and recovery, enhanced lean muscle mass and metabolism, better skin elasticity and hair health, reduced belly fat yes please and boosted energy and vitality.
Speaker 1:Peptides in general are having a major moment in biohacking and regenerative medicine. Cermorelin is part of that wave. I want to say it kind of started the wave. I think when I first learned about peptides, cermorelin was the first one and it's the most studied and it's the most well tolerated. So Cermorelin supports a more natural feedback loop so it doesn't suppress your pituitary the way exogenous human growth hormone can. This lowers the risk of long-term hormone suppression and abnormal growth markers. And it's often stacked with peptides like ipamorelin or cjc 1295 for synergistic effect, especially, you know, in programs that are targeting metabolic health, muscle building, weight loss, sleep improvement. You can kind of just like legos, you can kind of build your own peptide cocktail. Celebrities and athletes all love this. High profile mentions and use by celebrities and athletes have helped it gain public awareness and that cool factor as a biohacking tool. These are not against regulation, so a lot of athletes can use this and it is legit.
Speaker 1:So if we talk more about how Cermorelin works, all right, this is when I do my little nerdy breakdown. Sermorelin works All right, this is when I do my little nerdy breakdown. So Sermorelin binds to those growth hormone receptors on the pituitary, somatotrophs. I know that sounds fancy, but just think of Sermorelin. It's going to bind to that receptor and this stimulates the natural pulsatile release of endogenous growth hormone, exactly how your body wants to do it. So you're not taking growth hormone, you're just having your body make it.
Speaker 1:Growth hormone travels to the liver and your peripheral tissues and triggers the production of IGF-1. This is called insulin-like growth factor one, and if you are one of my peptide patients, that might sound familiar, because this is one of the labs I require us to do before we start therapy. Okay, so IGF-1 really is the real MVP when it comes to tissue repair, lean body mass, bone density, collagen production, neuroprotection and more. And it is so different from taking synthetic GH like somatropin, which bypasses your own regulatory system and it can suppress your natural growth hormone production by negative feedback. So this is why I don't recommend taking growth hormone directly.
Speaker 1:Not only will it break the bank, but you know sermorelin mimics that natural physiology, pulsatile growth hormone release. There is a lower cancer risk, you know, less IGF-1 spikes compared to exogenous growth hormone. And sermorelin doesn't shut down your pituitary function and it has a shorter half-life than growth hormone. So there's more control. And not just that, but it's legally easier to prescribe. Growth hormone is highly restricted.
Speaker 1:Cermorelin is not a controlled substance and there's a lot of clinical benefits with data. So there is that increased lean body mass with decreased fat mass, especially that visceral fat. There's an improved sleep architecture, especially that slow wave, deep sleep, okay. There's enhanced recovery and exercise performance. There's increased bone density. There's improved recovery and exercise performance. There's increased bone density. There's improved skin elasticity and collagen production and better cognition and mood. That's by the IGF-1's effect on brain-derived neurotropic factor, which is also known as BDNF. So a study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology showed that Sermorelin in older adults significantly increased GH and IGF-1 levels, with improved body composition and mood.
Speaker 1:But yes, it sounds great, but nothing goes without side effects and risks. The risks and side effects of Sermorelin. Of course there's temporary injection site reactions because I do give this by injection Headache, flushing or dizziness from that surge of growth hormone. Sometimes it is rare and it is transient, but there can be some increased cortisol. And you know, sermorella may not work well in people with pituitary burnout or hypothalamic dysfunction.
Speaker 1:But who it is best for? If you're 35 or older with symptoms of growth hormone deficiency, you can just raise your hand if you have fatigue or if you have poor recovery or if you have cognitive fog, belly fat, low libido or thinning skin I'm sure that's nobody listening or those with low normal IGF-1 but intact hypothalamic pituitary axis. Men and women seeking healthy aging support without going full on HGH. And there are so many perks to it. Just the stackability with teslamorelin, cjc 1295, ipamorelin or GHK-CU for skin and cognitive optimization. It's just at bedtime to enhance that natural growth hormone pulses during sleep. And often you combine these with lifestyle protocols. So that would be resistance training, intermittent fasting, deep sleep routines.
Speaker 1:Peptides are available in different forms. You know there are injectable peptides. I prefer subcutaneous, you can do them intramuscularly, and I prefer injectable because they bypass the gut and the liver and they go straight into circulation. So there's higher bioavailability, often greater than 90%, which means more peptide reaches those target tissues and there's consistent dosing. So you know exactly what your body is getting. A lot of the popular injectables are the Cermorelin, the BPC-157, cjc-1295, ipamorelin and AOD-9604, which also has been kind of hard to find.
Speaker 1:There are oral peptides. They're least effective of most peptides and it's because your GI tract is a war zone. Enzymes break down peptides into amino acids before they even get a chance to work. You don't even get that key to that lock. So there's low bioavailability and there's inconsistent absorption and it often requires modification or higher doses just to survive that digestion, which raises costs and the risk of those side effects. You know there are some modified peptides, like oral semaglutide, which is Ozempic's cousin, that are around, but they do require special formulations and I've never had somebody tell me that they took an oral peptide that worked anywhere near the efficacy of an injectable.
Speaker 1:There are sublingual um, or you know trochies that we call them. They're the, the um, how did I want to? I guess I'd call it a mixed bag. They are absorbed through your mucous membranes and they also avoid the digestive tract. You can just put it in the inside of your, your mouth and it kind of goes through. Um, I think they got the uh, I, it's on the top of my head, buckle, buckle. Buccal peptides buckle, but that just means when you put it in, that I never use them, so I can't even know how to pronounce the word buckle, but that's when it goes in, that like the side of your cheek, and it is better than oral, but it's less consistent than injections and there's limited peptide types available in that format. So I think MK-677, it's also known as Ibutamorin, it's used that way. I don't ever use any that are sublingual.
Speaker 1:There are also topical peptides. They're mostly used in aesthetics. In the aesthetic world I do use the I call it copper, but it's the GHKCU because it's good for skin regeneration, so it can target skin or local areas for wound healing, wrinkles. There's even some in foam that you can use for hair loss, but there's minimal systemic absorption so it's just morally targeted superficially so they're not ideal for internal healing or for any type of hormonal regulation. But it is chef's kiss for anti-aging, for skin, um, that GHKCU. So that is something that I do offer through my pharmacies, the compounding pharmacies, for people that really want a step up to their skincare, um, and are willing to pay for peptides on their skin. I have tried them and I will say it is very nice, very, very nice.
Speaker 1:There also are nasal peptides. It is a niche use but it is growing in popularity. Some peptides are being formulated nasally for direct brain delivery Because they're known as neuroprotective or nootropic effects of the brain. They're still experimental and they're still less precise than injectables but they're getting some really great reviews and I have read some research that the Selenic and Semax nasally really is effective and it does bypass that whole GI tract. But I still at the end of it all, I still prefer the injectables.
Speaker 1:You can do them at home, you don't even have to have me do them because you do. Because of the short half-life you do take them more frequently but you know you can control the timing, you can control the dose. It is really crucial for syncing with circadian rhythms or your healing cycles. You get the full therapeutic effect without worrying about digestive enzymes ruining. You know the absorption and results come faster and they're more predictable. And it's more safe because you have lower total doses needed because anything oral, due to superior bioavailability, you know there's fewer side effects.
Speaker 1:Some of the takeaways, because it can still be a little confusing if you're kind of new to functional medicine and you're hearing all about hormone therapy and now you hear about peptide therapy. So just you want to remember. Sermirelin is a messenger. Okay, it's not a hormone. So just you want to remember Sermorelin is a messenger, okay, it's not a hormone.
Speaker 1:Sermorelin is a synthetic analog of growth hormone releasing hormone GHRH. It does not replace growth hormone, it just stimulates your pituitary to produce your own and that matters because it's safer than HGH, because your body controls the release. There's less risk of overdosing or shutting down that natural growth hormone production. And after you turn 30, I don't know why 30 is a magical age for so many things growth hormone levels decline by 14% per decade. I mean I'm 48. I'm not willing to do the math because I'm in denial, but by 60, most adults have less than 25% of the growth hormone they had when they were 20. So this is often why Sirmirelin is often dubbed a longevity peptide, because it addresses the natural decline in a way that works with your body and the data. There's so much data on it. So Sirmirelin increases that IGF-1, which is the insulin-like growth factor one.
Speaker 1:It's a key hormone for tissue repair, metabolism and lean muscle, and the studies show that it enhances that delta wave, which is your deep sleep, which is when natural growth hormone is released. So it also and who also doesn't want just better sleep it helps improve bone density, skin elasticity, fat metabolism and even your mood. I did read a study I think it was from 2005, in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism and they found that Sarmorellin improved sleep architecture and growth hormone secretion in older adults. You know, treated with that, and just there's so much research out there. A simple Google can show you some. I looked at some of the medical research stats and what I found was participants over 55 showed a 5% to 10% increase in lean body mass after six months of Cermorelin. Up to 50% improvement in deep sleep cycles in older adults using GHRH analogs like Cermorelin.
Speaker 1:Cermorelin users in a 12-week protocol showed significant reduction in visceral fat, especially when combined with exercise. There was improved executive functioning, energy and focus in aging populations and this is one of the reasons why I put my husband on. It was the improved lipid panels and lowered CRP and fasting insulin in a lot of people. So, unlike that exogenous GH which is banned by WADA and associated with cancer risk, sermorelin doesn't override natural feedback loops. You know, if your pituitary is asleep, sermorelin just kind of nudges it back awake but it doesn't force feed it growth hormone and that makes it ideal for long-term use. Or stacking it with those other anti-aging peptides. Stacking it with those other anti-aging peptides and you know, low growth hormone as you age is associated with decreased VO2 max and exercise tolerance. I know a lot of you if you're using those fancy machines at your gym. They measure your VO2. It also is associated with slower wound healing, insulin resistance and that increased central adiposity. So that's that huge belly fat from that visceral fat, so all things that feel like aging, but it might actually be growth hormone insufficiency.
Speaker 1:If you want to read some other really good references, there is one called Sermorellin a safer and smarter approach to growth hormone restoration. This was in Anti-Aging Therapeutics, volume 12 in the A4M Journal. I love A4M, or you know, there's Clinical Applications of Growth Hormone. Secretagogues in Frontiers in Hormone Research. That was back in 2004. But if you want links to those, just let me know. I can drop that to you.
Speaker 1:One of the biggest takeaways I just want you to know, which I'm sure I've said it a few times, is that Sermorelin does not replace your hormones. It just reminds your body how to do its job. It's that nudge, not the push. So for those pursuing functional longevity, this is gold. I practice what I preach.
Speaker 1:After hitting my 40s or 30s if we're being generous with the math I noticed the usual suspects of stubborn fat, lower energy, sleep that felt more like a nap. When I woke up, sermorellin changed the game. So I am taking Sermorellin. It is very subtle but it's very powerful. When I do my workouts which I should do more often they are so much improved. My recovery time is shortened, my skin looks a little tighter. I even get maybe slightly less annoyed by group text, but that's just slightly.
Speaker 1:My husband is on CJC 1295 and ipamirelin. That was once the darling of the peptide world but thanks to regulatory whiplash from the FDA and crackdowns on compounding pharmacies, it is harder to find now. I don't even know if I'll be able to refill my husband's. He may go to Cermorelin because of all of that. Cjc is very potent. It has a longer half-life than Cermorelin, but that just makes it harder to regulate too. So Cermorelin is shorter acting, but it is FDA approved, it's easier to prescribe and it still delivers impressive results.
Speaker 1:Big Pharma is definitely not a fan of peptides, because you cannot patent a peptide. There's no billion dollar exclusivity to monopolize. So instead of investing in these body whispering molecules, the pharmaceutical industry throws its weight behind mass marketable symptom chasers. Peptides might be a little too biointelligent, maybe too affordable, maybe too effective, if that makes sense. Really. One of the only bad things I can think of with Cermorelin or these peptides is we are in a society of instant gratification, and Cermorelin works indirectly by stimulating your own pituitary. So it's not like taking that growth hormone, where effects are immediate but artificial.
Speaker 1:There's a gradual rise in growth hormone and IGF-1 and this mimics your body's natural rhythm. So some people want to take it for the first week and complain like I'm not skinny. Well, maybe we can talk about a weight loss peptide for that. But it does take time for Sermorellin to work. I would say a good timeline would be the behind the scenes. Activation starts during week one to two. Okay, so morellin starts signaling your pituitary to increase that natural growth hormone in IGF-1. You're not going to feel very much, but that internal message has been delivered, so it's been sent. And some people do notice deeper sleep or better recovery during this time. But I would never promise it. But I usually do get that text message or that healthy, secure chat within three to five days that are like OMG, I'm like okay, but I get it.
Speaker 1:Once you get to weeks four to six, these are where the subtle shifts really start to happen. You spend more time in that delta wave sleep, so your sleep quality is much improved. People notice increased focus or reduced brain fog and they have that slight mood lift and then they start noticing better stamina or muscle recovery if you're exercising. And at this point is when I get the message that says I feel great and I'm thinking all right, just hold on tight, just keep it up. When you get to months two to three, this is where you see noticeable change Increased lean muscle, reduced body fat, especially that visceral fat. I love looking at the shape scale, so if you are a client of mine in person, hop on the shape scale and we can see how your visceral fat is doing.
Speaker 1:Your skin may look more firmer. The message that I've been receiving is that they feel more hydrated, so their skin looks more hydrated. Yes, that is amazing and it does make you look much younger when your skin looks hydrated and your skin looks more firmer. But the improved endurance, the libido and the mental clarity. Months two to three and then this is where I usually can see the IGF-1 levels increased, based on labs. And then, once we get to months four to six, this is when the full benefits come in.
Speaker 1:So I don't recommend anybody starting peptide therapy unless you can commit to four to six months. But at the four to six months, this is the improved strength, body composition, energy and immune support. This is when you start with the faster wound healing. Your nails seem strong, your hair just looks very healthy. You're more sustained in that anti-aging and regenerative effects and many report you just feel biologically younger. So that is the four to six months. So and this is also you know, for I guess my pro tip would be consistent sleep schedule. You need to keep that. You need to do some type of strength training, even if it's only two days a week. You need to take your protein and you can still stack it with other peptides. So this is the timeline that I would say to commit to to see the full benefits of Cermorelin.
Speaker 1:Peptide therapy, like Cermorelin, is not just for pro athletes, hollywood biohackers or science nerds although I love all three of them. It's for anybody ready to optimize how your body heals, how your body feels, how your body functions and how you age on a cellular level. If you're tired of the band-aid solutions and you want a smarter, more personalized path to health, it might be time to explore what peptides can do for you. You can book a functional medicine consultation with Harmony Hub Health and we can dive deep into your health history, your goals and your labs to see if peptide therapy is a fit for you. I don't do one-size-fits-all here, just science-backed, personalized protocols that work with your body and not against it.
Speaker 1:You know, peptides are powerful and promising, but they are not magic potions. Okay, they should only be used under the guidance of a licensed provider, preferably one who doesn't roll their eyes at methylation cycles or biohacking. Side effects can occur, especially if you're buying from sketchy sources and I see those research-only websites. But at Harmony Hub Health we use medically prescribed peptides from trusted compounding pharmacies, with quality, safety and your long-term health in mind. So come and find me at wwwharmonyhubhealthcom. You can also email me at Michelle that's Michelle with one L M-I-C-H-E-L-E at harmonyhubhealthcom. Come and see me in person at Monarch Beauty and Spa. I am in Manchester, maryland, and this is one of my favorite things. So come and see me and I can't wait to help you. Aging may be inevitable, but with Sermorellin, feeling old does not have to be.