Peptides are the newest anti-ageing obsession.

Injected. Micro-dosed. Marketed as skin-saving, hormone-balancing, fat-loss miracles.

But are peptides actually evidence-based… or just another expensive wellness trend?

In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, we break down the truth about peptides, influencer marketing, regulation gaps, and what the science really says before you spend hundreds of dollars chasing “anti-ageing”.

🧬 Peptides: What You Need to Know
What peptides actually are (and why you already consume them daily)
The crossover with GLP-1 medications
Why buying peptides online is risky
The regulation problem most people don’t realise
The anti-ageing basics that outperform supplements

🌾 TikTok “Fibremaxxing”
Are Australians really low in fibre?
Whole food fibre vs added inulin and chicory root
How to increase fibre without bloating
The weekend eating trap that ruins gut health
The simple formula to hit 25–30g per day

🥣 Product Review: High-Protein Cereal
Coles’ new high-protein cereal analysed
Why protein on the label isn’t enough
The key ingredient missing
Who it might suit

🥤 Coke Zero vs Diet Coke
Is diet soft drink actually bad?
Aspartame and cravings
How often is too often?
How to reduce reliance without extremes

If you care about anti-ageing, gut health, fibre intake, weight regulation, or cutting through online nutrition misinformation — this episode will give you clarity.

For evidence-based supplements, explore Designed by Dietitians at designedbydietitians.com.

Peptides are the newest anti-ageing obsession.
Injected. Micro-dosed. Marketed as skin-saving, hormone-balancing, fat-loss miracles.
But are peptides actually evidence-based&hellip; or just another expensive wellness trend?
In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, we break down the truth about peptides, influencer marketing, regulation gaps, and what the science really says before you spend hundreds of dollars chasing &ldquo;anti-ageing&rdquo;.
🧬 Peptides: What You Need to Know
<ul>
<li>What peptides actually are (and why you already consume them daily)</li>
<li>The crossover with GLP-1 medications</li>
<li>Why buying peptides online is risky</li>
<li>The regulation problem most people don&rsquo;t realise</li>
<li>The anti-ageing basics that outperform supplements</li>
</ul>
🌾 TikTok &ldquo;Fibremaxxing&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Are Australians really low in fibre?</li>
<li>Whole food fibre vs added inulin and chicory root</li>
<li>How to increase fibre without bloating</li>
<li>The weekend eating trap that ruins gut health</li>
<li>The simple formula to hit 25&ndash;30g per day</li>
</ul>
🥣 Product Review: High-Protein Cereal
<ul>
<li>Coles&rsquo; new high-protein cereal analysed</li>
<li>Why protein on the label isn&rsquo;t enough</li>
<li>The key ingredient missing</li>
<li>Who it might suit</li>
</ul>
🥤 Coke Zero vs Diet Coke
<ul>
<li>Is diet soft drink actually bad?</li>
<li>Aspartame and cravings</li>
<li>How often is too often?</li>
<li>How to reduce reliance without extremes</li>
</ul>
If you care about anti-ageing, gut health, fibre intake, weight regulation, or cutting through online nutrition misinformation &mdash; this episode will give you clarity.
For evidence-based supplements, explore Designed by Dietitians at designedbydietitians.com.

Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.

Ready for a healthier you? Subscribe now and start your journey with actionable tips that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Don’t wait—your path to better health begins here with The Nutrition Couch.

Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.
Ready for a healthier you? Subscribe now and start your journey with actionable tips that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Don’t wait—your path to better health begins here with The Nutrition Couch.

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Peptides are trending in the anti-ageing world — but are they overhyped and unregulated? We unpack peptides, GLP-1 crossover, fibremaxxing, high-protein cereal, and whether Coke Zero is actually bad for you.

Peptides for Anti-Ageing: Overhyped, Unregulated, and Not Worth Your Money?

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