I have been looking for research on using the 2 together. I am not interested in using the blend. I have both… I like the results I have found… but have not been able to find dosing suggestions. Any direction or experiences would be great!!! I have been stalled for a while and need something to break it. I have 30lbs more to lose. HELP… ***side note: active perimenopause and on HRT … so weight loss has been a struggle***

What happens to the peptide vial after repeated puncturing: Repeatedly puncturing a peptide vial stopper with a very fine 31G needle may seem harmless because the needle is small, but over time it can still create several important problems — especially with multi-dose peptide vials. 1. Loss of Sterility Each puncture creates another opportunity for contamination. Even tiny needle entries can: - Introduce skin bacteria - Push microscopic debris into the vial - Allow environmental contaminants to enter - Increase biofilm formation risk over time This becomes more concerning when: - The vial is stored for weeks - Refrigeration is inconsistent - Nonsterile handling occurs - Alcohol prep is inadequate - The stopper is touched repeatedly With peptides, contamination risk matters because many are reconstituted with bacteriostatic water and stored for extended periods. 2. Coring / Rubber Fragment Risk Although a 31G needle is less likely to core than larger needles, repeated punctures in the same area can still damage the stopper. Over time the rubber may: - Become weakened - Develop microtears - Shed tiny rubber particles - Lose elasticity/self-sealing ability If coring occurs, microscopic rubber fragments can potentially enter the solution. This risk increases when: - The same puncture spot is used repeatedly - Needles are inserted at awkward angles - Blunt needles are reused - The stopper dries out or ages 3. Loss of Vacuum/Air Exchange Problems Repeated punctures can compromise the stopper’s seal. Consequences may include: - Slow air leakage - Moisture intrusion - Oxygen exposure - Reduced vial pressure integrity For sensitive compounds, excess oxygen exposure may contribute to: - Oxidation - Reduced stability - Accelerated degradation Some peptides are more fragile than others once reconstituted. 4. Leakage Around the Stopper After enough punctures, especially concentrated in one spot, the stopper may no longer reseal properly.