UK becoming ‘wild west’ for experimental peptides, expert warns
Prof Channa Jayasena says growing online sales of unregulated drugs risk fatalities as responsibility falls between regulators Fitness influencers linked to wellness brand helping run illegal steroid market on Telegram The UK has become a “wild west” for people peddling experimental peptides, steroids and other substances, a leading expert has said, warning action must be taken to avoid fatalities. Prof Channa Jayasena of Imperial College London, a consultant in reproductive endocrinology and an
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Steroids, previously associated with gym culture, are now more accessible and their use normalised on social media, the experts said. Illustration: Guardian Design/GettyView image in fullscreenSteroids, previously associated with gym culture, are now more accessible and their use normalised on social media, the experts said. Illustration: Guardian Design/GettyHealthUK becoming ‘wild west’ for experimental peptides, expert warnsProf Channa Jayasena says growing online sales of unregulated drugs risk fatalities as responsibility falls between regulators Fitness influencers linked to wellness brand helping run illegal steroid market on Telegram Nicola Davis, Sarah Marsh and Isaaq TomkinsSun 12 Jul 2026 05.00 EDTLast modified on Sun 12 Jul 2026 05.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe…
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