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Peptides Are Trending... But Should You Care?
What You Really Need to Know About Peptides....

Lately, I’ve been getting this one a lot
“Tee, what’s the deal with peptides? Should I try them?”
Here’s the real answer
Peptides are powerful, but they’re not magic.
They’re tools. And like any tool… it depends how (and when) you use them.
Let’s break it down 👇️
What are peptides?
They’re short chains of amino acids that send little “do this!” messages to your body
Like:
⇨ Burn fat
⇨ Boost energy
⇨ Heal your gut
⇨ Repair muscle
Sounds great, right?
Sure… but here’s what most people miss
Things that are ignored about peptides
▶ Peptides don’t fix bad habits
If you’re skipping meals, living on caffeine, with disturbed sleeping patterns
No peptide’s gonna save you.
▶ They’re not all created equal
Some have solid science behind them
Others?
Might just be burning a hole in your wallet
Or worse, messing with your metabolism.
▶ You still need supervision
Do NOT DIY this!!
Peptides should always be prescribed and monitored by a qualified provider.
Not your gym bro. Not random guy you meet on Instagram
Some Popular Peptides (With Actual Purpose)
Here are some peptides that can make a difference
CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin: Boosts growth hormone for better recovery + sleep
BPC-157: For gut healing + injury recovery
AOD-9604: Targets fat breakdown
Semaglutide (GLP-1): Helps appetite + blood sugar
Should be taken under supervision!!
Hey, here’s my Meal of the week
Sweet Cinnamon Protein Oats
½ cup rolled oats
1 scoop vanilla protein
½ banana (sliced)
1 tbsp ground flax
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Top with berries + almond butter
High fiber, resistant starch, gut-love, and it tastes like dessert
Final take
Peptides can help, if your foundation is solid
However, if you are expecting magic with peptides
Hate to break it to you...
But no magic can build health. They just delay the work.
So, before you jump on the peptide train, ask yourself:
Is my sleep decent?
Is my nutrition dialed in?
Am I managing my stress?
Am I moving regularly?
Am I working with a legit provider?
If not, know this
Peptides aren’t meant to replace the basics; they’re meant to support them.
Want a coach who won’t let you waste time, money, or energy on things your body’s not even ready for?
Let’s talk 📞 ▶ Book a Power Hour

You bring the effort. I’ll bring the strategy
Together? We build unshakable health
PS: Wanna build that unshakable health with me in Portugal?
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Coach Tee
Registered Nurse | Health Performance Coach