Peptide Injections Touted as ‘Fountain of Youth.’ Spoiler Alert: They’re Not

Wellness peptides have become wildly popular despite lacking credible evidence for their safety and effectiveness. Here's why experts advise against using compounded peptides for health and fitness.

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GLP-1s Like Ozempic May Help Lower Breast Cancer Risk. Here’s How

A new study found that GLP-1 drugs lowered the risk of breast cancer by about 30%. The effect may be related to the metabolic improvements associated with this class of medications.

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