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Millions of Americans may soon gain safer access to experimental peptides through licensed pharmacies instead of unregulated online sellers. An FDA advisory committee voted to recommend broader availability of six compounds used for wound healing, weight loss, and chronic conditions.
Scientists are testing a naturally occurring peptide called MOTS-C that could help treat obesity by supercharging the body's cellular energy systems. The FDA is reviewing it for potential approval in 2026.
Scientists discovered that the building blocks of proteins can form on frozen space dust before planets even exist, suggesting life's origins may trace back to deep space. This breakthrough shows that complex molecules don't need liquid water to form.
