The US is hooked on unregulated peptides. But are they effective, or even safe?

According to Live Science, peptides have become a booming trend in the wellness and performance space. These injectable molecules are widely available through gray-market channels, but there's a significant catch: they're largely unregulated, and there's minimal clinical evidence backing up the benefits people claim. Even more concerning, their safety profile remains largely unknown. So while peptides are increasingly popular in the US, consumers are essentially betting on substances that haven't been rigorously tested.

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