RFK Jr.’s peptide push could become next wellness boom

April 23, 2026

a close up of a syringe with liquid

(Axios) – Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new push to loosen federal restrictions on peptides could be a bonanza for telehealth companies, compounding pharmacies and longevity clinics looking for the next big wellness trend.

Why it matters: The heavily touted but loosely regulated proteins could fuel the kind of boom we’ve seen with weight-loss drugs — even though there’s little evidence they work in humans. (Read More)