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Wellness Craze Fuels Surge in Unapproved Peptide Injections
14 Nov
Summary
- Surging popularity of unapproved peptides for muscle, skin, and longevity
- Many peptides banned by sports authorities as doping substances
- FDA struggles to crack down on clinics promoting risky, unproven peptides
As of November 14th, 2025, a growing number of Americans are turning to unapproved and potentially dangerous chemicals in the pursuit of wellness and longevity. The latest trend involves the surging popularity of GLP-1 weight loss medications and other so-called "peptides" that are being pitched as ways to build muscle, rejuvenate skin, and extend life.
However, many of these peptides have never been approved for human use, and much of the evidence supporting their benefits comes from studies in animals rather than rigorous clinical trials. In fact, several peptides, such as BPC-157 and TB-500, are banned by international sports authorities as doping substances.
Despite the lack of scientific evidence, influential figures like Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have built a national following among Americans who are deeply skeptical of traditional medicine. Kennedy has vowed to "end the FDA's war" on peptides and other alternative treatments, a move that could pave the way for more widespread use of these unproven substances.
Wellness clinics and "biohackers" are among the biggest proponents of these peptides, offering them for hundreds of dollars per vial and often labeling them as "research use only" to skirt FDA regulations. Doctors warn that these peptides, often produced in unregulated facilities, could pose serious health risks, including allergic reactions and other harms.
