Peptides and SARMs,without the sales pitch
We check what is really known about peptides, SARMs and substances sold for longer life. For each one we say in plain words what studies found, what the risks are, whether it is legal, whether it counts as doping and how common fakes are. Every fact has a source and a date.
Recent changes
- LegalWADA approved its list of banned substances for 2027, in force from 1 January 2027. Semaglutide and tirzepatide stay allowed.
- LegalFDA staff proposed that pharmacies should not make BPC-157. FDA advisers voted 8 to 6, with one abstention, to allow it. The vote is not binding.
- LegalThe FDA announced a review of BPC-157 and other peptides. A law firm reports that they left a US list of substances raising concerns after requests were withdrawn. This does not mean pharmacies may legally make them.
substances listed
48
31 with a study grade
Scientific papers per year
3,738
2025, sum of our searches, some papers counted more than once
Everything in one row
Sorted alphabetically. Order does not imply a recommendation.
| Substances | Studies | Safety | Legal in Poland | Doping | Risk of fakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-amino-1MQ |
| Not known | No approval | May be banned | Not known |
| AOD-9604 |
| Not known | No approval | Banned in sport | Medium |
| BPC-157 |
| Not known | No approval | Banned in sport | High |
| Cagrilintide |
| Little data | No approval | May be banned | Not known |
| Cardarine |
| Serious warning | No approval | Banned in sport | High |
| CJC-1295 |
| Little data | No approval | Banned in sport | Medium |
↑ Effect in studies↕ Conflicting results→ No effect in studies↓ Harm in studies? Not clearA grade says how strong the studies are, not whether a substance works.
Or pick a goal. Each one opens with legal options.
Every grade change is public
Every day we check for new studies, withdrawn papers and notices from health authorities. A person approves each change, and the history shows its date, reason and source.
What you will not find here
- Sellers, paid links or deals.
- Usage instructions or dosing schedules. A dose appears only as a description of a study.
- A ranking of the “best” substances. Order is alphabetical, and comparisons name no winner on purpose.
- Medical advice. For health decisions, consult a doctor.