Episode 4: Are peptides legal? What the new FDA regulations mean for you
January 27, 2026 · 9:41
FDA restricted compounding of many peptides, placing 17 off-limits for human use and prioritizing evidence-based care.
Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids used in performance and health protocols to support goals like muscle growth, fat loss, recovery, sleep, and skin or joint health. This tag covers how common peptides work, how they’re used alongside training or TRT, and key safety, dosing, and sourcing considerations.
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Peptides vs TRT: Which therapy optimizes male performance and longevity?
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 31, 2025 · 10 min read
TRT best optimizes male performance when a man has clinically low testosterone (levels decline about 1% per year after age 30) because it replaces missing androgen directly, while growth-hormone secretagogue peptides target recovery and tissue repair by stimulating the pituitary to pulse more of its own HGH—so neither is universally “better” for longevity. Here’s how ...
FDA peptide regulations: What’s actually legal today
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 03, 2025 · 9 min read
Peptides are legal in the U.S. only when they’re FDA‑approved drugs or can be compounded under Section 503A—however, the FDA’s “Category 2” list now includes 17 peptides (including BPC‑157) that pharmacies can no longer legally compound for human use. If you’re searching “FDA peptide regulation news today,” this Category 2 shift is the headline change ...