The Peptide Craze: Benefits, Risks and the Science Behind Them

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Peptides are having a moment – but how much do we actually know about them? On this episode, we explore the potential benefits and risks. We investigate the science behind peptides, find out what lagging research and regulation could mean for regular users, and learn about how — and whether – to use peptides in a responsible way. We talk with Stanford pathology professor Katrin Svensson about what exactly peptides are, what led to their explosion in popularity, and the dangers of unregulated use, both for consumers and for the field of peptide research. Reporter Bruce Gil dives into the world of consumer peptides, exploring what's driving their growing popularity, the science behind them,…