Anthivera Editorial
The editorial team
Anthivera Editorial is the in-house team that writes and edits the publication. We're a small group of writers and editors focused on careful, women-specific coverage of peptide therapy.
We summarize evidence, label its strength honestly, and compare options — we don't diagnose, recommend, or prescribe. When a piece touches a clinical question, we send it to a licensed reviewer before publishing; those bylines appear alongside the author byline at the top of each article.
Tips, corrections, sources, or pushback are always welcome at hello@anthivera.com.
10 articles
- recovery1 minDraft
Peptides for Recovery & Joint Health: BPC-157 Explained
BPC-157 is one of the most-discussed recovery peptides. Here's what the research shows, what the 2026 FDA changes mean, and an honest look at the evidence gaps.
- hormone1 minDraft
Compounded vs. Research Peptides: What's Legal and What's Safe in 2026
The difference between a compounded peptide prescription and a gray-market 'research' peptide is the difference between regulated and unregulated. Here's what changed in 2026.
- skin1 minDraft
Peptides for Skin & Collagen: GHK-Cu and What It Does
GHK-Cu is one of the most-searched skincare peptides. Here's what the research shows for skin, collagen, and aging — and the difference between topical and injectable.
- hormone1 minDraft
How to Find a Peptide Doctor: What to Look For (and Red Flags)
Not all peptide providers are equal. Here's how to evaluate a peptide doctor or telehealth clinic — credentials, pharmacy sourcing, and the red flags to avoid.
- hormone1 minDraft
Peptide Telehealth: How It Works, Start to Finish
A walkthrough of the peptide telehealth process for women — intake, labs, the provider consult, the prescription, the pharmacy, and ongoing follow-up.
- hormone1 minDraft
How Much Does Peptide Therapy Cost?
A realistic breakdown of what peptide therapy costs — consults, the peptides themselves, bloodwork, and why insurance generally won't cover it.
- sleep1 minDraft
Peptides and Sleep: What Women Should Know
Sleep disruption is one of the most common perimenopause complaints. Here's what's discussed about GH-axis peptides and sleep — and what the evidence actually supports.
- hormone1 minDraft
Peptides for Perimenopause: What the Research Actually Says
A grounded look at peptides discussed for perimenopause — GH-axis peptides, BPC-157, kisspeptin, collagen — and where the evidence is strong versus preliminary.
- libido1 minDraft
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) for Women: Libido, Safety, and What to Know
PT-141 / Vyleesi is FDA-approved for low sexual desire in premenopausal women. Here's how it works, what the research shows, and what to know about safety.
- hormone1 minDraft
What Are Peptides? A Woman's Guide to Hormone & Wellness Peptides
A clear, evidence-based guide to peptides for women — what they are, which ones have real research behind them, and what to know before considering peptide therapy.