*Attia separates real peptide science from the hype in a wide-ranging member Q&A.*
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Last updated May 11, 2026 — I read this morning's peptide research and picked the items that mattered. Fresh brief tomorrow.
*Attia separates real peptide science from the hype in a wide-ranging member Q&A.*
Research VialsThree forms of one peptide circulate in research catalogs — base Epitalon (AEDG), Epitalon Amidate (AEDG-NH2), and N-Acetyl Epitalon Amidate (Ac-AEDG-NH2). Mechanism is identical across all three. What changes is stability, half-life, and effective dose. A field breakdown of which dosing claims are supported by chemistry versus extrapolated from marketing.
PubMed · JAMA internal medicineAhmad AI et al., JAMA internal medicine · 2026 May 1. PMID 41837981.
eLifeResearchers used fiber photometry to record kisspeptin neuron activity live in female mice across the full estrous cycle. The data show prolonged, oscillating bursts of activity that drive the LH (luteinizing hormone) surge needed for ovulation — new detail on how reproductive timing is controlled at the neural level.
Fight Aging!A new mouse study screens IGF-1 receptor inhibitors for their ability to slow aging. The IGF-1 axis is one of the most studied longevity pathways — it sits at the center of the growth-versus-maintenance trade-off that shapes lifespan across species.
Lifespan.ioThe dasatinib-and-quercetin (D+Q) senolytic stack is widely used in longevity research. A new mouse study finds it damages specific brain regions — a finding that should give pause to anyone assuming the combo is benign.
Fight Aging!New evidence confirms that aged muscle stem cells lose function because of their surrounding tissue environment — not because the cells themselves are broken. When removed from that environment, old stem cells perform nearly as well as young ones.
Dr LivingoodOzempic costs up to $1,000 a month, comes with a long list of side effects, and the weight comes right back the moment you stop. But what if a drink that costs less than a dollar to make worked through the same hormone — and did something t
Balance My HormonesCan testosterone therapy really take someone from 120kg to 75kg — or is it just another fitness industry myth? In this video, we break down exactly what TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) can and can't do when it comes to fat loss, bod
Cortex LabsEvery Saturday we go LIVE to break down the real science of dialing in libido and erectile quality on TRT. Most men on testosterone replacement therapy are running protocols that are fundamentally broken — wrong dosing strategies, poor hor
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Regan ArchibaldStruggling with anti-aging treatments that only address surface-level wrinkles without delivering real, lasting repair? In this video, I compare GHK-Cu head-to-head with popular options like retinol, Botox, fillers, and vitamin C, breaking
Research VialsHow to store lyophilized and reconstituted peptides correctly. Temperature requirements, light protection, humidity control, and common storage mistakes.
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Rena Malik MDIn this video, Dr. Rena Malik explains why 82% of women can’t reliably orgasm from intercourse alone and what’s actually missing during sex. She breaks down the real anatomy of the clitoris, why in-and-out thrusting often fails, and the res
Andrew HubermanDr. Kentaro Fujita, PhD, is a professor of psychology at The Ohio State University and an expert in the science of self-control and motivation. We discuss the best tools for developing strong self-control: to do more of what you aspire to a
Lifespan.ioA new study found creatine supplementation added to the muscle-protective benefits of power training in older adults. The combination outperformed exercise alone on several markers — relevant data for anyone tracking anabolic support strategies.
Lifespan.ioResearchers mapped the link between intestinal aging and gut microbiome shifts in Aging Cell. As the gut lining ages, it loses the ability to police microbial populations — and harmful strains move in. The gut-brain axis and peptide research both hinge on this biology.
BluePrint (Bryan Johnson)Bryan Johnson reviewed the evidence on skin aging actives and says most commercial creams don't deliver. He outlines what the data actually support — relevant context for the GHK-Cu and peptide-based aesthetics space.
Lifespan.ioRockefeller professor Junyue Cao builds ultra-high-throughput single-cell tools and applies them to aging biology. His recent Science paper maps how different cell types age at different rates — foundational data for peptide and longevity researchers.
Peter AttiaAttia's latest AMA covers NAD supplementation alongside metabolic health markers, strength training efficiency, and dementia risk. It's a useful companion to his earlier peptide AMA for anyone building a full optimization picture.
Fight Aging!Researchers induced the intermittent hypoxia of sleep apnea in mice and found it sharply raises senescent cell burden in vascular tissue. The finding adds a cellular mechanism to explain why untreated sleep apnea tracks so closely with cardiovascular disease.
Research VialsThe three Epitalon variants differ in stability, bioavailability, and research application. This guide lays out what the published literature says about each form — useful grounding before comparing study data.
Research VialsAOD-9604 (a GH fragment studied for fat metabolism) and semaglutide (a GLP-1 agonist) target metabolic pathways through different mechanisms. This comparison maps where the evidence overlaps and where it diverges.
Research VialsThe pipeline from preclinical discovery to clinical trials — what each phase means, why most peptides are preclinical-only, and how to evaluate evidence levels.
Fight Aging!Chronic inflammation from an aged immune system accelerates neurodegenerative damage. The review points to inflammaging — the low-grade immune overactivation of old age — as a central mechanism, not a side effect.
Aging CellThe APOE2 variant — linked to exceptional longevity — appears to activate DNA signaling pathways that help neurons resist senescence. The finding opens a new angle on why APOE2 carriers age better neurologically.
Lifespan.ioT cells may hold a pro-inflammatory memory long after weight is regained following obesity. The mouse data suggest metabolic history leaves a lasting immune imprint — relevant context for GLP-1 research and post-weight-loss health.