For the members jumping on today, I want to let you know we will also be streaming live on TikTok. Since we will be discussing peptides, which will be referred to as peppers (🌶️), we will have to use code words so we don't get kicked off our live stream. Social Media can be finicky; you see some people who can say whatever they want, and others who do the same, and their accounts get banned. So we are going to play it safe. Whatever peptide (🌶️) you want to discuss, just put in the comments the name of the (🌶️), and your question will be answered. Thanks for understanding!

A lot of people use MT2 for tanning and darker pigmentation, but there are still ongoing concerns around mole changes, melanocyte stimulation, and the lack of long-term human safety data. Dr. Seeds has always seemed pretty cautious about it, especially when it comes to unpredictable skin changes and potential long-term risks. Do you think the cosmetic benefits outweigh the unknowns, or is MT2 a peptide you personally stay away from? Also curious, has anyone here experienced noticeable mole changes, side effects, or unexpected reactions while using it?

Right now (as of 2026), the FDA is starting to revisit a lot of peptides that were previously restricted, but nothing major has fully changed yet. They’re looking at allowing compounding on a group of peptides (around 12–14), including: - BPC-157 - GHK-Cu - TB-500 - LL-37 - Melanotan II - Dihexa - PEG-MGF All of these are getting attention for things like tissue repair, recovery, antimicrobial effects, and cognition—but most of them still don’t have full FDA-level clinical trials. On the other side, the GLP-1s: - Semaglutide - Tirzepatide Those are already fully FDA-approved and validated for weight loss and metabolic use. There are also newer peptides being developed (like antibiotic-targeting ones), but those are still in early stages. Big picture: - The FDA is considering opening things up - Most of these peptides are still in a restricted category right now - Compounding isn’t officially allowed on most of them yet - More decisions are expected (meetings through 2026–2027) So overall: Things are moving, but we’re not there yet.

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