Experimental Peptides

Experimental Peptides

From Sliced Bread by BBC Radio 4

August 27, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

The episode explores the use of experimental peptides and the claims surrounding their benefits for health and longevity.

Is it OK to take experimental peptides like the Wolverine Stack? These are what bodybuilders, longevity gurus, and online influencers are all talking about: experimental peptides. They're chemicals that you can buy online, in packages with names like the Wolverine Stack or the Glow Stack. The websites say "for research purposes only" but talk about their supposed benefits for wound healing and de-aging, and lots of people have been injecting them in a bid to heal faster and look younger. Sliced Bread listener Steve is excited - and has even tried them for himself - but listener Sophie is worried. Both of them are asking whether there's any evidence behind the fantastic claims. To find out the truth, Greg Foot is joined by Dr Andrew Steele, longevity scientist and Director of the Longevity Initiative. All of our episodes start with YOUR suggestions. If you’ve seen an ad, trend or wonder product promising to make you happier, healthier or greener, email us at [email protected] OR send a voice note to our WhatsApp number, 07543 306807. RESEARCHER: JULIA RAVEY PRODUCERS: JULIA RAVEY, PHIL SANSOM AND GREG FOOT

People in this episode

Host: Greg Foot

Guest: Dr Andrew Steele

Topics covered

  • experimental peptides
  • bodybuilding
  • longevity
  • health claims
  • wound healing
  • de-aging

Keywords

  • experimental peptides
  • Wolverine Stack
  • bodybuilders
  • longevity gurus
  • wound healing
  • de-aging
  • health trends

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Organizations: BBC Radio 4

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