{"podcast":{"title":"West Wellness & Longevity","slug":"west-wellness-longevity-6946771","podcast_index_feed_id":6946771,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/westwellness/","website_url":"https://www.westwellnessatx.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/f8741799-0d5f-496b-b1ec-c66128098259/bASPNWF6kWWcr99JN0TDjWAy.png","author":"Tara West","episode_count":95,"summary":"Tara West is dedicated to transforming lives through the power of nutrition biohacking and longevity science. With an extensive background in functional nutrition and a relentless curiosity for cutting-edge nutritional research, Tara has become a trusted expert in optimizing health and enhancing vitality. Her holistic approach integrates personalized nutrition strategies, innovative biohacking techniques, and a deep understanding of the body's intricate systems to promote lasting wellness. Tara's journey into the world of nutrition began with her own health struggles, sparking a passionate commitment to understanding the profound impact of food and lifestyle on overall well-being. She holds a degree in Psychology from Baylor University and is an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner with a passion for peptides. Her training and experience in functional nutrition, nutrigenomics, hormone optimization, and peptide therapy equip her with a comprehensive approach to supporting a wide range of health goals through education and personalized wellness strategies. Known for her empathetic and client-centered approach, Tara collaborates closely with her clients to unco…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-18T00:18:00.686505+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771"},"episode":{"title":"Selank Explained: Anxiety, Focus, and Nervous System Balance","slug":"selank-explained-anxiety-focus-and-nervous-system-balance","published_at":"2026-01-28T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/selank-explained-anxiety-focus-and-nervous-system-balance","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771","url":"https://www.westwellnessatx.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c967508c-d362-424b-a35a-ab88ce536885.mp3","summary":"Join our free community, The Women’s Peptide Collective, click the Skool link to become a member and to connect, learn, and collaborate. https://www.skool.com/womens-peptide-collective-9663 Go to https://thepeptique.com/ to get all your research peptides .As a loyal listener use the discount code POD15 to get 15% off the entire line of products. Have questions? Feel free to reach out to me: tarawest@westwellnessatx.com Want the free peptide guide? Email me tarawest@westwellnessatx.com and comment Guide and I'll shoot it right over! Follow me on instagram AND TikTOk @westwellnessatx Stay in touch add your email to the list ! https://form.jotform.com/25336471779006 Takeaways: The episode discusses the challenges faced by companies in the peptide space, particularly due to the influence of Big Pharma on payment processing. Selank is introduced as a peptide designed to alleviate stress and anxiety without the side effects typically associated with traditional medications. The importance of the immune-nervous system connection is emphasized, highlighting how Selank enhances communication between these systems to improve overall health. Listeners are encouraged to explore membership in the Peptide Collective, which offers a supportive community for women interested in peptide research and usage. The episode provides detailed comparisons of different forms of Selank, emphasizing the advantages of stability and absorption in the N-acetyl and N-acetyl amidate variations. A personal account is shared regarding the effectiveness of Selank in managing stress and improving sleep quality, illustrating its practical application in daily life.","meta_description":"Join our free community, The Women’s Peptide Collective, click the Skool link to become a member and to connect, learn, and collaborate. https://www.skool…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2049,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/episodes/selank-explained-anxiety-focus-and-nervous-system-balance/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/selank-explained-anxiety-focus-and-nervous-system-balance.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}