Why Peptides Are the Future of Medicine

I read an article in The Wall Street Journal today that confirmed something I have believed for years: peptides are becoming one of the fastest-growing areas in preventive and personalized medicine.

Medical doctors, pharmacists, chiropractors, naturopaths, and other healthcare professionals are all becoming increasingly interested in peptide therapy. I don’t believe any one profession will have exclusive ownership of this field. As research continues to grow, I expect many qualified healthcare professionals will incorporate peptides into their practices.

I want my students to understand this rapidly evolving field as well. That is why I teach a course on Peptide Therapy & Biologicals as part of the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) program at National University of Medical Sciences.

Depending on my goals and the treatment cycle, I sometimes use up to 15 different peptides and biologicals in a day. I invest as much as $3,000 per month in these therapies because, in my personal experience, they have been transformative. Along with regular exercise and healthy nutrition, they have helped me achieve results I never thought possible.

Some of my personal favorites include:
• MOTS-c, combined with SS-31 and NAD+, which I have found provides remarkable energy and endurance.
• Semax, which I feel enhances my focus, concentration, and ability to solve complex problems.
• KLOW, which I have personally used to support recovery after injury and surgery.
• Glutathione, which has been associated with improvements in my liver health and overall well-being.

Of course, peptides are not magic, and they are not without limitations. While some peptides have extensive clinical research behind them, others are still being studied, and the long-term effects of many are not yet fully understood. Anyone considering peptide therapy should consult a qualified healthcare professional and carefully weigh the potential benefits and risks.

Every medical decision involves balancing risks against potential benefits. I have seen people with severe obesity—who face a very high risk of diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses—avoid GLP-1 medications because they fear possible side effects.

Those concerns are understandable, but they should be considered alongside the very real health risks associated with remaining severely overweight. Each person must make an informed decision based on their own situation and in consultation with their healthcare provider.

I have personally been using peptides for several years. Fortunately, I have not experienced any side effects, and I believe they have contributed greatly to my health, recovery, energy, and quality of life.

In my opinion, peptides are here to stay. As research continues to expand, I believe they will play an increasingly important role in preventive medicine, healthy aging, and personalized healthcare.

If you are over 50—or simply interested in optimizing your health—it may be worth speaking with a qualified healthcare professional who has experience with peptide therapy. The future of medicine is changing, and peptides may become an important part of that future.

Dr. Shawn Pourgol, MBA, DC, DO, DN, PhD
Osteopath, Naprapath, Chiropractor & Founder of:
National Academy of Osteopathy (Canada, USA)
National University of Medical Sciences (USA, Spain, Panama)
Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada (380 clinics in 34 countries)
Florida Naprapathic Association 
World Osteopathy Day