“Peptide” is a scientific category—not a seal of safety, purity, or effectiveness. By Alex Foxman, MD, FACP, ABOM Double Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine Founder, Beverly Hills Institute “Doc, are peptides safe?” That question sounds simple. It is not. Asking whether peptides are safe is like asking whether medications are safe. Which medication? At what dose? For what condition? Manufactured by whom? And supported by what evidence? Insulin is a pepti

A mouse study is not a human trial. “Promising” is not the same as “proven.” And unknown risk is not the same as low risk. “Doc, what do you think about peptides?” I get asked this question almost every day. BPC-157. TB-500. CJC-1295. Ipamorelin. MOTS-c. New names seem to appear almost as quickly as new social media posts promoting them. Someone hears about a peptide on a podcast. An influencer says it transformed their recovery. A clinic promises better sleep, more muscle, f

“Doc, what do you think about peptides?” I get asked this question almost every day. BPC-157. TB-500. CJC-1295. Ipamorelin. MOTS-c. Semax. Selank. GLP-1s. The list keeps growing—and social media is moving much faster than the science. Some peptides have transformed modern medicine. Others are being injected into people with surprisingly little meaningful human data. Those are not the same thing. Over the next several weeks, I’m launching a 5-part series on peptides on BHInsti

As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, we want to wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful holiday. Please remember that our team is available 24/7 for your medical needs. If a health concern comes up over the holiday weekend, call us first before going to urgent care, the emergency room, or the hospital — unless it is a true life-threatening emergency. Many issues can be handled quickly by phone, telehealth, or, when appropriate, an in-home visit. Calling us first may help

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about topics in health care. Patients are hearing that AI can review scans, interpret lab results, predict disease risk, summarize medical records, and even suggest possible diagnoses. At Beverly Hills Institute, we believe this is an exciting moment in medicine — but also one that requires clarity. AI can be a powerful medical tool. It can help physicians organize information, recognize patterns, improve effi

Cancer care is undergoing a significant transformation. For decades, the focus has been on identifying cancer after symptoms appear or when the disease has advanced. Today, two major areas of research are steering us toward a more proactive model: early detection of cancer and reducing metabolic conditions that may increase cancer risk or progression. At the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, two topics stood out: new data on the GRAIL Galleri® multi-c

Why Advanced Heart Risk Testing May Be One of the Most Important Preventive Health Conversations This Year For decades, patients have been told to “check your cholesterol.” Most people know their LDL cholesterol, often called “bad cholesterol,” and HDL cholesterol, often called “good cholesterol.” But the newest cholesterol guidance from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association makes something very clear: traditional cholesterol testing is important,

There is growing excitement around human longevity—and for good reason. The intersection of artificial intelligence, advanced medical science, and preventive medicine is beginning to reshape how we think about aging. While headlines often suggest dramatic extensions in lifespan, the more realistic and important shift over the next 5–10 years is an increase in healthspan —the number of years we live strong, independent, and disease-free. The future is not just about living lon

Preventive medicine is one of the most powerful tools we have to extend life and improve quality of life. But there’s a growing problem: more testing is not always better . In fact, over-screening can lead to unnecessary anxiety, invasive procedures, and even harm—without improving outcomes. As a physician focused on prevention and longevity, I see this confusion every day. Patients are increasingly asking about full-body MRIs, advanced biomarker panels, and executive checkup

In recent years, full-body MRI scans have exploded in popularity. Companies like Prenuvo market these scans as a revolutionary way to detect cancer, aneurysms, and other diseases before symptoms appear. For many health-conscious individuals, the concept is appealing: spend a few thousand dollars, lie in a scanner for an hour, and supposedly get peace of mind about your entire body. But in reality, the science tells a very different story. Full-body MRI screening for healthy