Thymosin Alpha-1: Can This Peptide Fight Inflammation, Infection and Fatigue?

Thymosin Alpha-1 isn’t new. It’s not being whispered about in underground forums or passed around in black-labelled bottles. In fact, this peptide has been used in clinical settings for more than three decades — particularly in countries like China — as a treatment for chronic viral infections and immune dysfunction. But in recent years, it’s…

January 3, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

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HEALTH Opinion

Dr Rishi Caleyachetty: The body positivity movement is wrong – you can’t be fat and fit

Dr Rishi Caleyachetty Dr Rishi Caleyachetty is an expert in obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular health, and a doctor at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire. He is the Chair of the Junior International Committee for the Royal College of General Practitioners and a member of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group's Obesity Strategic Council. Follow him on…

December 17, 20240Comments

ByMark Bailey

HEALTH Explainer

What Is Peptide Therapy? Exploring the Science, Benefits and Legal Status

Peptides are one of the most exciting developments in preventative and performance-based health. But with all the hype around fat-burning peptides, anti-aging injections, and recovery boosters, a fundamental question still needs answering: what is peptide therapy? This post gives you a clear, science-based overview of what peptide therapy is, how it works, who it’s for,…

December 13, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

Epitalon: The Anti-Ageing Peptide That Claims to Extend Life

Epitalon has earned a reputation as one of the most promising peptides in the anti-ageing world. It’s often described as a tool to reset the biological clock, protect DNA, and extend life itself. Some claim it can improve sleep, reduce signs of ageing, and even reduce cancer risk. On the surface, it sounds like a…

November 21, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

BPC-157 Side Effects: What You Need to Know Before Trying This Peptide

BPC-157 has earned a reputation as one of the most promising therapeutic peptides available — widely discussed for its role in accelerated healing, reduced inflammation, and gut repair. But while its benefits are often praised online, its side effects are less frequently discussed. So what are the risks of BPC-157? Is it safe for long-term…

November 6, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

What is zinc sulfide and what is it used for?

Zinc sulfide doesn’t show up in everyday health conversations. It doesn’t headline nutrition panels, nor does it make wellness trend forecasts. But behind the scenes, this humble compound is quietly powering a wide range of applications—from phosphorescent materials and optical devices to pigment bases and, in some cases, even skincare. At first glance, it might…

November 5, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

BPC-157 Benefits: The Underground Peptide That Heals Fast — But Comes With Questions

In an era of cutting-edge health interventions, BPC-157 is one of the most talked-about — and most intriguing — compounds around. It’s a synthetic peptide said to supercharge healing, repair tissue like nothing else, and calm inflammation almost overnight. You won’t find it on pharmacy shelves. It’s not FDA-approved. And yet, it’s quietly circulating among…

October 26, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

Sermorelin Benefits: Can This Peptide Really Boost Growth Hormone the Safe Way?

Sermorelin is one of the more widely used peptides in the health optimisation world, particularly among those looking to support hormone health, recovery and healthy ageing. Often billed as a safer, more natural alternative to growth hormone therapy, it’s commonly prescribed in longevity clinics and sometimes used by athletes and fitness professionals to improve sleep,…

September 27, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

What is biohacking? Here’s how it works and how you can get started

Have you ever wondered if you could optimise your body and mind the way you might upgrade software? That’s the idea behind biohacking - a growing movement in health, wellness and self-improvement that encourages individuals to make small, (sometimes) scientifically informed changes to their lives. From improving sleep quality to boosting cognitive function, biohacking claims…

September 3, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

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HEALTH Upgrade

Anxiety, weight gain, low libido: should you be worried about low testosterone?

Dr Richard Quinton Dr Richard Quinton is a consultant endocrinologist at Newcastle Hospitals Trust and senior lecturer at the Translational and Clinical Research Institute at Newcastle University. He has published more than 200 research papers and helped draft national and international guidelines for the treatment of low testosterone. Testosterone is crucial for male health, influencing…

September 2, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

HEALTH

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