Peptides: Do you actually need them? A pharmacist's honest opinion on popular options

SALT LAKE CITY — It's the hushed conversation happening between sisters, neighbors and girlfriends. Suddenly, it feels like everybody's talking about peptides.

A year ago, most of us couldn't have defined the word. Today, they're being promoted for everything from weight loss and muscle building to anti-aging and recovery. But what exactly are peptides, who should be taking them and how do you know you're getting them from a safe source?

KSL Medical Contributor and pharmacist Phil Cowley shared what a peptide is and his honest take on some of the most popular peptides he get asked about.

Find more advice from Phil Cowley on Instagram, @philsmypharmacist.