DIY peptide injections, which promise to boost everything from weight loss and muscle-building to longevity and sexual health, are a high-risk wellness fad that keeps on growing.
Health experts have raised major concerns about these products’ safety. Because they are not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or any other health authority, they aren’t made to the standards of pharmaceuticals. They could have bacterial, fungal, chemical or heavy metal contamination; their purity could be lower than indicated; and the dose promised may not be what you receive.
