Jul 19, 2025 | Articles, Mental Health, Peptide Therapy
Introduction Growth hormone-releasing peptides (GHRPs) are an exciting breakthrough in functional medicine, hormone therapy, and performance health. Semorelin and Tesamorelin, two FDA-approved GHRPs, are gaining popularity for their ability to boost growth hormone... 
Jun 9, 2025 | Articles, Disease Prevention, Mental Health
Introduction: Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are a Hidden Health Crisis Author: Joe Miller, Founder of 1st Optimal Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) now make up more than 60% of the average American diet. While they’re convenient and heavily marketed, their impact on... 
May 30, 2025 | Articles, Fitness, Men's Health, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Women's Health
As a high-performer, you’re wired to find the most effective path to any goal. You optimize your schedule, your investments, and your career strategy—so why not your health? When it comes to daily movement, more isn’t always better. While the fitness world has long... 
May 23, 2025 | Articles, Hormones, Mental Health
Feeling constantly drained, even when you’re giving it your all? Or perhaps your mood feels like it’s on an unpredictable ride, making it tough to maintain focus and perform at your peak. If this resonates, know that many high-achieving individuals face these... 
Dec 17, 2024 | Hormones, Mental Health
In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an all-too-common companion. But did you know that the balance between two critical hormones—cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)—can have a significant impact on your brain health, particularly in the context of stress and... 
Oct 17, 2024 | Hormones, Mental Health
Visualize waking up each day feeling unmotivated and drained, finding it hard to enjoy things you used to. For many people, this experience can be a persistent challenge caused by hormone imbalance. Low levels of testosterone can be overlooked and silently reduce... 
