1344. Peptides, NAD+ & Claritin-Pepcid Trend: What's Really Helping (or Hurting) Your Cells w/ Dr. Will Cole

1344. Peptides, NAD+ & Claritin-Pepcid Trend: What's Really Helping (or Hurting) Your Cells w/ Dr. Will Cole

Author: Heal Squad September 9, 2026 Duration: 33:07
Hey Heal Squad! We're continuing the conversation with Dr. Will Cole, and today gets into the stuff everyone's actually asking about right now: peptides, NAD+, GLP-1's…. even the social trends flooding your For You Page. (Hint hint: Claritin and Pepcid AC.) First, Dr. Cole gives it to you straight…. where peptides, like the most common one, BPC-157, genuinely help, and why he's concerned about what he's calling "Ozempic zombies." Then we get into NAD+ and the real science behind your cells' "guardian angels." Then, what's actually going on with the viral Claritin-and-Pepcid-AC trend (spoiler: it's not a hack, it's a symptom), and the fast-rising, tick-bite-triggered meat allergy also called…alpha-gal syndrome… that's already affecting entire communities.This is the practical, "should I actually try this" half of the conversation: myth-busting, dosage sanity checks, and Dr. Cole's root-cause philosophy applied to the trendiest topics in wellness right now. You'll want to hear this before you pick up your next supplement. Enjoy! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS The United States doesn't have a peptide deficiency ….our bodies already make all of these things naturally: This is Dr. Cole's reality check on the entire peptide boom: you're not missing something your body can't produce on its own,  the system's already built in. It reframes peptides from "a thing you're deficient in and need to buy" to "a tool that can support what your body is already trying to do," which is exactly the nuance most peptide marketing skips. NAD is one of the things your cells need to repair that scratched CD… so your cell can read who it was again: Dr. Cole's analogy for how NAD+ actually works: think of your cells like a scratched record. The information is still there, it's just not playing right. NAD+ helps your cells' own "repair crew" (the Sirtuans) buff that scratch out, so the cell remembers what it's supposed to be doing. Histamine intolerance can cause brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, even digestive problems. But it's not a pharmaceutical deficiency:  This is Dr. Cole confirming the viral Claritin + Pepcid AC trend isn't nonsense. The symptoms it's targeting are real. But he's clear that popping two antihistamines is treating the smoke alarm, not the fire. If you've seen this trend, this is the context that was missing. Join us at our Canyon Ranch 2026 Retreat: https://www.canyonranch.com/lenox/retreats/heal-retreat-maria-menounos HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host Medjet: medjet.com GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Dr. Will Cole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drwillcole/?hl=en More Info on Dr. Will Cole: http://drwillcole.com Pick Up Heal Your Cells: https://thehealthinstitute.com/products/heal-your-cells Listen to Dr. Will Cole’s Podcast The Art of Being Well: https://drwillcole.com/podcast/ Link to Dr. Will Cole’s EMF Reader: https://a.co/d/0gizpMzY ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

There’s a raw honesty to Heal Squad x Maria Menounos that comes from a place few hosts can genuinely claim. Maria Menounos doesn’t just discuss wellness from a theoretical standpoint; she’s lived through the kind of health crises that redefine a life-a personal brain tumor, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, infertility, and caring for her mother through a similar illness. She channels those profound experiences into every conversation, transforming her survival into a practical, empowering resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their own health. This daily podcast feels like a trusted friend cutting through the noise, offering clarity on everything from mental resilience and physical fitness to the nuanced realities of chronic conditions and preventive care. You’ll hear from leading experts and compassionate voices, but always filtered through Maria’s perspective as an Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author who knows how to ask the real questions. The goal isn’t perfection, but progress-actionable steps and relatable stories that make taking control of your well-being feel possible, not intimidating. Tune in for a candid, grounded approach to healing that acknowledges the struggles while consistently pointing toward sustainable solutions and hope.
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