(Hurley & Frier, 2025) For patients, this means the first question to ask of any provider offering peptide therapy isn't "do you offer peptides" but "how are you sourcing them and what is the current regulatory status of each compound you prescribe?" A provider still listing Category 2 compounds as standard menu offerings without discussing compounding compliance is telling you something important about their regulatory literacy

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Common Questions Frequently Asked Questions Glutathione peptides are a type of peptide known for their role as master antioxidants, crucial for reducing oxidative stress
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