Episode Details

Flawless skin. Thicker hair. A snatched jawline. Better sleep. These are some of the benefits social media users claim peptides can deliver. But many of these uses are not FDA-approved, and consumers are increasingly turning to the grey market. WSJ’s Sara Ashley O’Brien, who covers the business and culture of wellness, joins host Alex Ossola to discuss the reality behind the hype and the risks involved.

Further Reading

The Explosive Rise of Unapproved Peptide Injections

Teen Boys and Young Men Are Injecting Peptides in Search of Perfection

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