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The Health In Harlem PodcastAuthor: healthinharlem
Hosted by Dr. Maurice Selby, the Health In Harlem Podcast is a weekly talk show that distributes evidence-based information that is vital to healthy living. We discuss everything from hypertension and diabetes, heart disease, mental health and well-being, sexual dysfunction, diet and nutrition and public health and policy that affects the health of everyone here and abroad. Health In Harlem is closely associated with WHCR 90.3FM where the show is broadcast every week Thursday from 7pm to 8pm. Learn more at www.whrc.org. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Peptides: Real Talk, Real Risks
Episode 100
Friday, 23 October, 2026
From promises of faster injury recovery to claims about weight loss and longevity, peptides are attracting plenty of attention—but what does the science actually show? Join Dr. Maurice Selby and co-host Reid Vero on Health In Harlem for a plain-language discussion of peptide medicines, experimental compounds such as BPC-157, and the difference between promising research and proven treatments. Explore how FDA approval differs from pharmacy compounding, why limited human studies matter, and what questions to ask before trusting a product or health claim. Reliable resources FDA: Understanding pharmacy compounding—what compounding is and how compounded products differ from FDA-approved medicines. FDA: Concerns with unapproved GLP-1 drugs—information about compounded weight-loss products, dosing errors, and product quality. American Medical Association: Five things patients should know about GLP-1 medications. Science-Based Medicine: Injectable peptides—a critical examination of wellness claims and the supporting evidence. Listen and stay connected Health In Harlem at WHCR · Health In Harlem Podcast · Apple Podcasts · WHCR 90.3 FM—The Voice of Harlem For education only; consult a qualified healthcare professional for individualized medical advice.
