Our Science - Celia Health

Magic pills don’t exist. Science does.

True health requires a blend of nature and nurture. Your genes—nature's blueprint—set the foundation, while your lifestyle shapes the outcome. Guided by science, our experts craft a holistic, personalized approach that empowers you to become your most vibrant self.

Cell Signaling

Peptides are integral to cell growth, repair, and regeneration, making them significant in areas like wound healing and tissue repair.

Immune Response

Peptides play a key role in the immune system, helping to recognize and respond to pathogens.

Antimicrobial Activity

Certain peptides, known as antimicrobial peptides, can destroy bacteria, viruses, and fungi, serving as a natural defense mechanism.

Regeneration

Peptides are essential to cell growth, repair, and regeneration, making them significant in areas like wound healing and tissue repair.

Our board of experts

Dr. James Joseph has practiced medicine since 1998 and is licensed in seven states. A fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine since 2016, he has over a decade of experience developing targeted strategies for patients with complex medical conditions worldwide.

Dr. James Joseph

Medical Director

Longevity Center of Excellence, Florida

Dr. John Hughes, D.O., provides natural medical care at Aspen Integrative Medicine in Aspen, Colorado, including advanced injection therapies (stem cells and ozone). His Regenesis wellness program enhances health-span through VO2 max testing and optimized nutrition.

Dr. John Hughes

General Practitioner, Klotho Specialist MD

Founder, Aspen Integrative Medicine

At Living Well Today, Mike Payne leverages over 25 years of holistic wellness experience to help individuals achieve optimal health. Specializing in autoimmune conditions, neurodegenerative disorders, and Lyme disease, he is recognized as a leader in functional medicine across autoimmune complications, cancers, and spectrum disorders.

Dr. Michael Payne

Functional Health MD

Founder, Living Well Today

Dr. Mayha Patel, a Board-Certified Dermatologist at CoCo Dermatology and Cosmetics in Westlake Village, offers personalized medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology treatments. She specializes in Botox/Xeomin, Fillers, Lasers, Chemical Peels, and PDO Threads, alongside medical-grade skincare.

Dr. Mayha Patel

Medical Advisor, MD

Founder, Coco Dermatology

Nousha is an integrative nutrition health coach, peptide specialist, and somatic trauma therapist, as well as a yoga, meditation, and breathwork facilitator. Her journey with autoimmune disease inspired her focus on nutrition, gut health, the immune and nervous systems, and the mind-body connection over the last 15 years.

Nousha Salimi

Holistic Health Advisor

Integrative Health Coach

What are peptides?

Peptides are short chains of amino acids, typically consisting of 2 to 50 amino acids linked by peptide bonds. They are fundamental building blocks of proteins and play a crucial role in a wide range of biological processes.

What are the structure types of peptides?

Amino Acids: The structure of a peptide is determined by its amino acid sequence. There are 20 different amino acids that can combine in various ways to form thousands of unique peptides. Peptide Bonds: Peptides are formed through a dehydration reaction between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of another, resulting in a peptide bond.

What are the different types of peptides?

Oligopeptides: Short chains of amino acids (2-20) Polypeptides: Longer chains (20-50 amino acids) Proteins: Longer chains (more than 50 amino acids) that fold into specific three-dimensional structures.

Why peptides?

They work. Not only did our founder heal herself through peptide therapy—beating years of long covid, body ailments, and a lifetime of digestive issues—we have seen incredible results with patients young and old. Peptides are the building blocks of vitality, and when we match the right peptides to your genetic profile, the results can be astounding.

How did we come up with our peptides programs?

We were tired of seeing “one-size-fits-all” peptide programs. We spent four years working with more than 850 patients to understand how different peptides work with different gene makeups. Our programs are hyper-personalized where most others are overly-generalized.

What are some of our favorite peptides, and why?

Klotho with exosomes is our favorite peptide as it acts as a master regulator of the entire body. It not only helps heal the kidneys, but may prevent neurodegenerative disease, and boost libido. Oxytocin with Methylene Blue has been a favorite to help lower cortisol and balance hormones in the brain to boost mood and alleviate anxiety.

What lifestyle aspects can peptides impact most?

Our programs specifically utilize peptide therapies, which can include the administration of naturally occurring peptides. Peptides can influence various bodily functions, from muscle growth and fat loss to improved immune response and enhanced cognitive function. Common applications include anti-aging treatments, recovery from injuries, and support for chronic conditions. Together, health and peptide programs can offer a multifaceted approach to wellness, combining the benefits of targeted peptide therapies with broader lifestyle changes to achieve optimal health outcomes and preventing genetic dispositions that extend longevity and quality of life.

What is peptide stacking?

Peptide stacks combine multiple peptides to amplify the effects of each compound and target specific physiological processes. They can promote muscle growth, increase lean muscle mass, and enhance recovery. Additionally, peptide stacks aid in weight loss and fat loss while preserving muscle mass.

What are Celia's peptides made from?

Many bioactive peptides, such as biogenic, opioid, immunomodulatory, salt/metal-binding, antihypertensive, and antimicrobial peptides, can be produced. We work with a lab that is FDA approved in 48 states to product peptides and manufacture high grade products with real benefits.