<p>Peptides are everywhere right now but what are they really and do they live up to the hype?</p><p>In this episode, I’m joined by peptide specialist Dean Henry to break down the science in a way that actually makes sense. From fat loss and hormone balance to brain function, sleep and longevity, we explore how therapeutic peptides work in the body and where people are getting it wrong.</p><p>Dean shares his own journey into the world of functional medicine, how peptides differ from traditional pharmaceuticals and why more is not always better when it comes to optimisation.</p><p>If you are a midlife woman navigating changing hormones, energy dips or stubborn weight gain, this episode will give you a clearer and more grounded understanding of what peptides can and cannot do.</p><p>• What peptides actually are in simple terms<br>• How peptides act as signalling molecules in the body<br>• The difference between peptides, hormones and pharmaceuticals<br>• Why cycling peptides matters and why more is not better<br>• Peptides for midlife women including hormones, brain fog, sleep and mood<br>• The truth about GLP-1s including Ozempic and Mounjaro<br>• Fat loss versus longevity and what to prioritise<br>• Peptides for inflammation, injury recovery and gut health<br>• Collagen, skin and anti ageing from the inside out<br>• The most exciting peptides right now for longevity<br>• How to start safely and avoid overwhelm</p><p>• Peptides do not replace your biology they optimise what is already there<br>• More is not better cycling and dosing matter<br>• Many symptoms in midlife link back to stress, inflammation and hormonal shifts<br>• GLP-1s can be powerful but misuse and overuse come with risks<br>• The foundation always comes back to sleep, stress and lifestyle</p><p>Instagram @dean.e.henry<br>Follow @sweatyafpodcast on Instagram for weekly episodes, expert insights and midlife biohacking</p>