The Truth About Peptides: Which Ones Work and Which Could Be Dangerous? With Dr. Shawn Tassone

In this episode, I’m joined by board-certified OBGYN and integrative medicine physician Dr. Shawn Tassone to break down one of the fastest-growing topics in health today: peptides. We discuss what peptides are, how they work in the body, and why they've become so popular for everything from weight loss and longevity to muscle recovery and inflammation. We also take a closer look at some of the most talked-about peptides, including semaglutide, tirzepatide, BPC-157, MOTS-c, tesamorelin, and more, discussing the current research, potential benefits, safety concerns, and which ones may actually be worth considering. If you've ever wondered whether peptides are the future of medicine or simply the latest health trend, this episode is for you! 🔗 Links and Resources: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/DRYOUN Add something simple to your routine, like Quince’s Collagen Peptides Plus. Go to https://Quince.com/dryoun for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Unlock your best hair, skin, and body with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code DRYOUN at https://irestore.com/DRYOUN #irestorepod On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:02:30 - Meet Dr. Shawn Tassone → 00:04:47 - Integrative vs. Functional Medicine → 00:07:19 - Is "Root Cause Medicine" Just Marketing? → 00:11:30: - What Are Peptides & How Do They Work? → 00:13:11 - Are Peptides Safe? Current Regulations Explained → 00:15:50 - Semaglutide & Tirzepatide: Benefits, Risks & Weight Loss → 00:21:29 - Tesamorelin: Does It Really Burn Visceral Fat? → 00:24:36 - FDA Approval + Off-Label Use → 00:28:29 - MOTS-c: Longevity Peptide or Overhyped? → 00:35:46 - Peptides + Amino Acids → 00:36:16 - BPC-157: What Does the Research Actually Show? → 00:42:35 - TB-500 & Peptide Stacking Explained → 00:45:07 - GHK-Cu: The Truth About the "Copper Peptide" → 00:51:15 - Melanotan ("Barbie Peptide"): Is It Safe? → 00:53:57 - CJC-1295 & Ipamorelin for Growth Hormone → 00:57:01 - Where To Purchase Peptides → 00:59:01 - Should You Take Peptides? Watch This Next! →    • Ozempic, Hormones & Belly Fat: Women’s Mid...   📍Website: https://www.drshawntassone.com/ 📍Confessions of a Male Gynecologist Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📍Instagram:   / shawntassonemd   Shop our sponsor YOUN Beauty at: http://www.younbeauty.com We offer a full skin care line based on natural and organic ingredients to help your skin look its best and fight aging - and it’s always cruelty-free! http://www.dryoun.com Sign up for my e-newsletters to get my e-book "10 Things Every Plastic Surgery Patient Must Know" for FREE! Journalist, Producer or Media Representative? Email us at dryoun(@)dryoun.com or call (248) 273-7700. **Please no patient inquiries. Patient inquiries to dryoun(@)dryoun.com will not be responded to. ** Use the "Contact Us" form on my website at www.dryoun.com for patient questions and inquiries. Send me stuff! Please send promotional items, etc to: Anthony Youn, MD Youn Plastic Surgery, PLLC 755 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 1200 Troy, MI. 48084 Learn more about the look you want to achieve through plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments: http://www.dryoun.com/plastic-surgery/ Subscribe to my channels:    / tonyyounmd      / younplasticsurgery   INSTAGRAM: https://www/instagram.com/tonyyounmd TikTok:   / tonyyounmd   FACEBOOK:   / dryoun   TWITTER:   / tonyyounmd