The peptide craze: When hype moves faster than science
Do consumers really know what they are getting?
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For many consumers, the term “peptide” is as beguiling as it is confusing.
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Teo Yik Ying
What do Silicon Valley executives seeking cognitive enhancement, gymgoers chasing faster muscle gains, longevity enthusiasts hoping to slow ageing, and social media influencers promoting the latest “biohacks” have in common?
The answer is peptides, one of the fastest-growing trends in the global wellness industry.