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Peptide therapies
Protein on a GLP-1: Why It Matters More Than You Think (and Where Leucine Fits In)
When patients start a GLP-1 medication like semaglutide or tirzepatide, the question is usually "How much weight will I lose?" I want you to ask a better one: "What kind of weight am I losing?"
The scale can't tell fat from muscle. On a GLP-1, a meaningful share of the weight lost can come from lean mass. Protein is one of the most powerful tools for protecting your muscles.
JoBeth Augustyniak, DO
Sep 284 min read
Understanding the Recent FDA Vote on Peptides
On July 23 and 24, 2026, the FDA's Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee met at the agency's White Oak campus to review seven peptides for possible inclusion on the Section 503A Bulk Drug Substances List.
The committee recommended six of the seven: BPC-157, KPV, TB-500, MOTS-c, Epitalon, and Semax. A seventh, emideltide (also called delta sleep-inducing peptide, or DSIP), was voted down.
JoBeth Augustyniak, DO
Jul 266 min read
When GLP-1 Medications Cause Skin Pain: A Side Effect Worth Knowing About
By JoBeth Augustyniak, DO Board-Certified Family Medicine (AOBFP) Published June 17, 2026 · Medically reviewed by JoBeth Augustyniak, DO on June 17, 2026 About the author → A real patient encounter that led me down a research rabbit hole — and what I found. By Dr. JoBeth Augustyniak, DO, AOBFP | Attune Direct Care & Wellness | Metabolic Health Intricate visualization of the human nervous system, highlighting the complexity and intensity of nerve pathways where severe nerv
JoBeth Augustyniak, DO
Jun 166 min read
Understanding Peptide Therapy: Legalities, Doctor-Patient Decisions, and Key Considerations
Peptide therapy has gained attention for its potential to support healing, improve metabolism, and enhance overall wellness.
JoBeth Augustyniak, DO
Apr 274 min read
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