Yes, but timing matters
NYC-based Nikhil Krishnan, who has spent a decade writing about healthcare and runs a non-jargon newsletter called Out-Of-Pocket to make the subject accessible and entertaining, said in a recent post dissecting the peptide boom: In 2020 people were hoarding toilet paper, in 2026 theyre hoarding bacteriostatic water (needed to safely mix with peptide powder). Like HK*, he also makes note of the scepticism around medical bodies, like the FDA in USA, with people wanting more agency in their healthcare decision-making and to be able to assess risk themselves vs relying on the government to do it

Common signs and symptoms include: Yellowish skin, known as jaundice Yellowish whites of the eyes, known as icterus Fatigue or fussiness Painful swelling of the hands and feet Frequent infections, especially pneumonia Fatigue and weakness Episodes of pain, called sickle cell crises, which occur when sickled red blood cells block blood flow to the limbs and organs Pernicious anemia may cause symptoms similar to other anemias as well as symptoms related to a vitamin B12 deficiency: Tingling and numbness in hands and feet Muscle weakness Loss of reflexes Loss of balance Trouble walking Weakened bones, leading to hip fractures Neurological problems, such as confusion, dementia, depression, and memory loss Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal bloating and gas, constipation or diarrhea, loss of appetite, and weight loss Enlarged liver Smooth, thick, red tongue Poor reflexes or unusual movements like face tremors Difficulty feeding due to tongue and throat problems Irritability Permanent growth problems if left untreated Anemia of chronic disease may cause similar signs and symptoms to other anemias, such as: Fatigue Pale skin Light-headedness Shortness of breath Rapid heartbeat Irritability Chest pain Causes and Risk Factors for Anemia While white blood cells fight infection, and platelets help your blood clot, red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body

With a specialized background in biochemistry and over 10 years in the biotech industry, he applies military-grade precision to research standards and quality control