RFK Jr.'s hand-picked committee approves manufacture of peptides he uses
Summary
A committee organized by the FDA, influenced by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., voted to remove restrictions on making certain peptides for human use. This decision came despite little evidence about the safety and effectiveness of these peptides.Key Facts
- The FDA committee voted to recommend lifting limits on four peptides, with votes on three more pending.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. played a key role in shaping the committee and its decision.
- Peptides are short chains of amino acids, smaller than proteins, and can have various effects on the body.
- Many peptides lack thorough safety and effectiveness testing, especially in humans.
- The FDA had previously banned manufacture of these peptides by compounding pharmacies.
- Kennedy added new members to the advisory group who have business interests in these peptides.
- The former members of the advisory board mostly voted against removing the restrictions.
- The FDA is not required to follow the committee’s recommendation and may choose to reject it.
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