CNN

The ‘Wild West’ of peptides is booming. Here’s what’s real, what’s risky and what’s next

In the early 2020s, interest in GLP-1 weight loss drugs exploded. Now, as we move deeper into the decade, a new buzzword is taking over: peptides. And the demand for peptides continues to surge. “The ...
PBS

What are peptides, and are they safe? Here's what to know

You may have heard about peptides lately from a wellness influencer, your gym friend, or our secretary of Health and Human Services. The purported benefits of taking peptides are wide-ranging: more ...
NPR

Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What does the science say?

Search the term "peptides" and a long list of online retailer options will pop up. You'll be offered vials of molecules with funky names that sound like exoplanets: GHK-CU, CJC12-95, Thymosin Beta-4.
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The truth about peptides: What the science actually says about longevity, recovery, and gut health

I’ll be honest with you — when I first started hearing the word “peptides” thrown around in wellness circles, I rolled my eyes a little. It sounded like the next big thing being sold to biohackers ...
Vogue

What Peptides Can Tell Us About the Future of Beauty

Ever heard of a peptide? The internet’s latest biohacking craze, these are the injectables promising clear skin, bigger muscles, and lower body fat with heaps of energy. If user content on social ...