Wegovy can be used in adults and children 12 years and older with obesity, and adults with overweight and one weight-related health condition
Peptides are not illegal to use or own, but as the BBC notes, "they are not approved for human use, so are not subject to the quality controls that govern pharmaceutical manufacturing." In 2023, under the Biden administration, the FDA classified a group of over a dozen peptides as Category 2 substances, which may "present significant safety risks," effectively banning their use
This is a well-established feature of GPCR biology
Food supplements should not be considered a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle
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