Peptide therapy is an advanced treatment designed to enhance the body’s natural metabolic processes, ultimately assisting individuals in achieving their weight loss goals and improving overall fitness.
With obesity rates on the rise in the United States (1), many patients are looking for ways to boost their metabolism. Your metabolism is largely controlled by your hormones, and therefore, the key to increasing your metabolism is by approaching it from a hormonal perspective. Amino acids play a crucial role in the metabolism of body fat. (2) If you are looking to give yourself that extra metabolic boost to help you reach your health and wellness goals, you might be eligible for peptide therapy. Peptide therapy is a revolutionary way of approaching weight management and metabolism optimization.
Dr. Christopher Asandra and his team at AsandraMD are constantly staying up to date with the latest in hormone therapy and can help you rev up your metabolism with peptide therapy.
To explore how you can benefit from peptide therapy, schedule a personal consultation with one of America’s number one anti-aging clinics, AsandraMD, at our Beverly Hills or Newport Beach locations by calling (424) 542-8881.
About Peptide Therapy to Boost Your Metabolism
Peptide therapy involves the use of specific peptides that are naturally occurring compounds made up of chains of amino acids, particularly those related to hormones and metabolism. These peptides act as signals that stimulate various biological responses in the body. One significant focus of peptide therapy is metabolism enhancement, which plays a central role in weight loss, energy levels, and muscle growth. With rising obesity rates and an increased desire for optimal health and physical appearance, patients are looking for effective solutions that address weight management and energy levels.
Types of Peptide Therapy
There are various types of peptide hormones and therapies, and Dr. Asandra and his team will work with you to determine which type of peptides you could benefit most from regarding boosting your metabolic rate. Here are some of the different peptide hormones offered by Dr. Asandra and his team:
CJC-1295
This peptide is administered orally and is known to stimulate the pituitary gland to enhance physical and mental performance. It contains a formula of 29 amino acids, which are known to help increase muscle mass, which is directly associated with increases in metabolism. (3)
BPC-157
BPC-157 is a naturally occurring protective protein found in the stomach that has been shown to help people with joint pain, injuries, and organ damage. In doing so, this peptide can encourage patients to adopt new lifestyle practices that help enhance metabolism, such as proper diet and exercise habits.
Ibutamoran
Ibutamoran is a powerful growth hormone-stimulating oral supplement. (4) This supplement not only encourages increases in muscle mass, but it stimulates hormones associated with appetite control. By increasing muscle mass and encouraging patients to regulate their caloric intake, this peptide can drastically help patients boost their metabolism.
Ipamorelin Acetate
Ipamorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide. By stimulating the secretion of the growth hormone from the pituitary gland, this treatment encourages the formation of muscle mass, ultimately contributing to an increase in metabolism. (5)
Benefits
Peptide therapy offers a variety of advantages to patients, especially for those who are looking to boost their metabolism by getting to the root cause of any metabolic issues they may have. Some of the benefits commonly associated with peptide therapy to boost metabolism include, but are certainly not limited to, the following:
- Increased Energy Levels: Patients often report higher energy levels, enabling them to engage in more physical activities.
- Improved Body Composition: Peptide therapy can support the development of lean muscle mass while reducing unwanted fat.
- Enhanced Fat Oxidation: The body becomes more efficient at burning fat, assisting in weight loss efforts.
- Regulated Appetite Control: Certain peptides help manage hunger, allowing individuals to make healthier food choices.
- Increased Muscle Mass: Enhanced muscle protein synthesis leads to stronger muscles, improving overall fitness.
- Quicker Recovery Times From Exercise: Peptides aid tissue repair, reducing downtime after workouts or injuries.
- Boosted Metabolic Rate: Peptide therapy can elevate resting metabolic rate, promoting more calories burned at rest.
- Heightened Insulin Sensitivity: Improved insulin sensitivity may reduce the risk of diabetes and facilitate better blood sugar management.
If you want to improve your metabolic health, peptide therapy provides many benefits that can help you reach your body goals. To experience some of these benefits yourself, contact our Beverly Hills or Newport Beach locations to schedule a personal consultation by calling (424) 542-8881.
Ideal Candidates
Many people are potentially good candidates for peptide therapy to boost metabolism. In most cases, ideal candidates for peptide therapy are adults who struggle with weight management despite consistent diet and exercise, seek higher energy levels and better physical performance, aim to enhance muscle growth and recovery, or wish to regulate metabolism-affecting hormones. Candidates must be in good overall health and have a realistic set of expectations about what they can accomplish with peptide therapy. Your personal consultation with Dr. Asandra will ultimately determine whether peptide therapy is the right option.
To see if you are an ideal candidate for peptide therapy, contact Dr. Asandra and the AsandraMD staff to schedule a personal consultation at one of our two convenient locations in Beverly Hills or Newport Beach by calling (424) 542-8881.
Personal Consultation
If you are serious about pursuing peptide therapy and all of the wonderful potential benefits associated with it, the first step is to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Asandra, who will review your medical history and discuss specific metabolism-related goals. During this visit, he will conduct a thorough examination to identify factors influencing your metabolism. This consultation will also include open discussions about lifestyle habits, dietary preferences, and past treatments that allow Dr. Asandra to craft a personalized treatment plan suited to help you achieve your goals.
Preparation
Preparing for peptide therapy is rather simple. After your consultation, you will receive specific instructions that may include avoiding blood-thinning medications or certain supplements before treatment. Many peptide treatments are administered orally, so there is minimal preparation involved. For peptide therapies that involve injections or other treatment methods, you will be given detailed preparation guidelines by Dr. Asandra and his team.
Treatment
Peptide therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that typically does not require anesthesia. Some peptides can be administered orally, while others will require injections. For injectable treatments, specific treatment and injection areas are first established before the injection. Next, the peptide solution is prepared under sterile conditions. The injection site, often the abdomen or thigh, is cleansed before we administer the subcutaneous injection. Afterward, a brief observation period ensures there are no immediate adverse reactions. The entire treatment generally takes less than an hour, allowing patients to resume regular activities soon after.
Recovery
For oral peptide therapy, there is no associated recovery time. For injection-based peptide therapy, recovery is quick, with only minimal discomfort or swelling at injection sites, which resolves rapidly. Most patients can return to their daily routines immediately, while hydration and light physical activity help facilitate recovery. Dr. Asandra recommends scheduling regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and make adjustments to your treatment plan as necessary to ensure you achieve optimal results.
Results
Results from peptide therapy vary depending on the goals set during the initial consultation. Many patients notice improvements within a few weeks of starting treatment, including increased energy, enhanced body composition, and reduced cravings, all of which contribute to a heightened metabolic rate. It is important to note that peptide therapy is merely a tool to help you reach your fitness goals. Peptides can help boost your metabolism, but it is important that patients adopt healthy lifestyle practices to maintain any results experienced.
Cost of Peptide Therapy in Beverly Hills and Newport Beach
The cost of peptide therapy varies based on the specific treatment plan and the type of peptide used. Dr. Asandra and his staff will be happy to give you a detailed price estimate during your personal consultation. To see what type of peptide therapy you might benefit most from, schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Asandra by calling (424) 542-8881.
FAQ
What are peptides?
Peptides are small chains of amino acids that play essential roles in regulating various biological functions, including metabolism, growth, and hormonal balance.
How safe is peptide therapy?
Peptide therapy, when administered by a trained professional like Dr. Asandra, is generally considered safe. Side effects are often minimal and transitory.
How long does each treatment take?
Individual peptide injections are completed quickly and typically take under an hour, allowing for easy integration into most schedules.
How soon will I see the results?
Most patients start noticing subtle changes in their energy levels and body composition within a few weeks of commencing peptide therapy.
Can I combine peptide therapy with other treatments?
Yes, peptide therapy can be integrated into a comprehensive wellness approach that includes nutrition, exercise, and other treatments tailored to individual goals.
References
- CDC. New CDC Data Show Adult Obesity Prevalence Remains High. CDC Newsroom. Published September 12, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/p0912-adult-obesity.html
- Gao Y, Yuan X, Zhu Z, Wang D, Liu Q, Gu W. Research and prospect of peptides for use in obesity treatment (Review). Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine. 2020;20(6):1-1. doi:https://doi.org/10.3892/etm.2020.9364
- McPherron AC, Guo T, Bond ND, Gavrilova O. Increasing muscle mass to improve metabolism. Adipocyte. 2013;2(2):92-98. doi:https://doi.org/10.4161/adip.22500
- PubChem. Ibutamoren. Nih.gov. Published 2025. Accessed February 19, 2025. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/178024
- Johansen PB, Nowak J, Skjærbæk C, et al. Ipamorelin, a new growth-hormone-releasing peptide, induces longitudinal bone growth in rats. Growth Hormone & IGF Research. 1999;9(2):106-113. doi:https://doi.org/10.1054/ghir.1999.9998