Peptide Knowledge
June 7, 2026
The Huberman Lab Devoted Three Hours to Peptide Therapy. Here Is What They Covered
The June 2026 Huberman Lab episode with Dr. Abud Bakri is the most comprehensive public conversation on peptide therapy to date. Here's a breakdown of the science, evidence, and open questions.
May 31, 2026
When It Comes to Health, Some People Are Born Lucky. Gene Editing May Finally Change That
A single gene edit may permanently lower LDL cholesterol. Here is what the VERVE-102 base editing trial actually shows, and why it matters for long-term health
May 28, 2026
Retatrutide's Phase 3 Results Are Real. The More Interesting Story Is What Is Happening Around the Drug
Eli Lilly's investigational triple hormone receptor agonist retatrutide just posted the largest weight loss results ever reported in a Phase 3 obesity trial.
May 13, 2026
More Growth Hormone Isn't Always Better: What Bryan Johnson's CJC-1295 Experiment Showed
Growth hormone has been chased in longevity and recovery circles for decades on a simple premise: more is better.
April 28, 2026
BPC-157, Cancer, and the Question of Angiogenesis: What the Research Actually Shows
BPC-157 cancer risk is one of the most contested questions in peptide research. Here is what the angiogenesis evidence supports, and what it does not.
April 27, 2026
Peptide Therapy for Skin Aging: Collagen, Firmness, and What the Research Actually Shows
Peptide therapy for skin aging works on the systemic biology your serums cannot reach. Here is what the research shows and how protocols are sequenced.
April 21, 2026
The Helix Protocol: Why SS-31 and NAD+ Work Better Together
SS-31 and NAD+ target aging mitochondria through two different mechanisms. Here is why combining them produces results that neither compound achieves on its own.
April 12, 2026
GHK-Cu Copper Peptide: The Science Behind the Surge in 2026
GHK-Cu is the most researched skin peptide available. Here is what it does, why your body produces less of it with age, and how AIRA uses it in both injectable and topical forms.
April 5, 2026
How to Think About Combining Anti-Aging Peptides: What Your Protocol Might Look Like
Epithalon, NAD+, GHK-Cu, MOTS-c: each one targets a different dimension of how your body ages. Here is how physicians think about combining them into a protocol designed around your biology, not someone else's.
March 29, 2026
BPC-157: What It Is, Where It Comes From, and What the Research Shows
BPC-157 is derived from a protein naturally present in the human body, and the preclinical research on its effects on tissue repair, gut health, and recovery is genuinely compelling. Here is an honest look at the science, the evidence gaps, and what physician-guided use actually looks like.
March 29, 2026
What Physician-Guided Peptide Therapy Actually Looks Like
Peptide therapy works very differently depending on who is guiding it. Here is what the real process looks like at AIRA: the intake, the physician consultation, what you will notice in the first 30 to 60 days, and why ongoing oversight is what separates results from disappointment.
March 15, 2026
What Is NAD+ Peptide? What It Does, Uses & Potential Benefits
You've probably heard about NAD+ mentioned in wellness circles, longevity podcasts, or conversations about anti-aging.
March 14, 2026
What Is TB500 Peptide? The Science Behind Its Recovery Benefits
What is TB500 peptide, exactly? It's a short amino acid chain that signals your cells to activate repair mechanisms, support cell migration to damaged areas, and facilitate tissue healing.
March 13, 2026
What Is CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin? A Complete Beginner’s Guide
You've probably heard CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin mentioned together in conversations about peptide therapy, recovery optimization, or healthy aging.
March 12, 2026
Are Peptides Legal in 2026? What the FDA's April Decision and July PCAC Review Actually Mean
Peptide legality isn't black and white — it depends entirely on how you access them. This guide breaks down the FDA regulatory landscape, what's changed in 2026, and the clear legal pathway for peptide therapy.
March 11, 2026
Sex Drive
PT-141 vs ED Pills: Why Some Men Choose This Alternative to Viagra
Viagra and Cialis work on blood flow. PT-141 works on the brain. For some men, that difference changes everything. This guide breaks down how PT-141 compares to traditional ED pills, who benefits most, and what the research actually shows.
March 11, 2026
Weight Loss
Peptides for Weight Loss: Your Complete Guide to AOD-9604, Tesamorelin & CJC-1295
Discover how peptide therapy with AOD-9604, Tesamorelin, and CJC-1295/Ipamorelin supports fat metabolism and body composition — and how AIRA's personalized programs work.
February 25, 2026
What Is Glow Peptide? Complete Guide to Skin-Boosting Peptides
You've seen "Glow Peptide" mentioned in wellness circles, on social media posts about skin rejuvenation, or in conversations about looking and feeling younger.
February 17, 2026
What Is a Peptide Injection and How Does It Work?
You've probably heard about peptide injections from a friend who's using them for recovery, from a podcast discussing longevity, or from social media posts about optimization.
February 10, 2026
What Is A Peptide? Complete Beginner’s Guide
Peptide therapy uses short chains of amino acids to communicate with your cells and support specific health goals. Think of peptides as biological text messages telling your body to repair tissue, optimize hormones, or enhance cellular function.
