Peptides & Power — Aging in Reverse, Fat Loss, and Feeling Like You Again

In this chapter of Burn It Down and Begin Again, Erica dives into a topic that has completely changed the way she thinks about aging, fat loss, energy, menopause, recovery, and overall health: peptides.

If you’ve heard names like Ozempic, semaglutide, tirzepatide, or retatrutide floating around… this episode breaks it all down in real, understandable language. Erica explains what peptides actually are (think: tiny biological “signal messages” your body already understands), why peptide production declines as we age, and how restoring those signals can support metabolism, healing, brain health, sleep, inflammation, and vitality.

This is an educational deep-dive with Erica’s signature truth-telling: the wins, the cautions, the “do your research” reality, and what she personally takes in her own peptide stack—plus what it helped her change in her body and her life. She also talks about the current FDA crackdowns, why peptide companies are changing language and product names, and what that could mean for access in the future.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

• What peptides are and how they work in the body
• Major peptide categories (metabolic/weight loss, cognitive, recovery, longevity, sleep, immune support)
• Erica’s real-life experience with fat loss, food noise, healing, energy, and menopause support
• Common side effects and why dosing matters
• Why reputable sourcing and third-party testing is non-negotiable
• The shifting regulatory landscape—and why education matters more than ever

Erica also shares the company she personally uses and a listener discount code (including a free bottle of bacteriostatic water) for anyone who wants to explore further.

Important note: Erica is not giving medical advice—this episode is her personal experience and research to help you ask better questions and make informed decisions for your body.

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