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The hidden history of BPC-157, a favorite MAHA peptide

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  • Sara Talpos — Undark

  • June 1, 2026

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    Predrag Sikiric began his pursuit of the peptide BPC-157 in 1975 while studying at the University of Zagreb.

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    Sikiric's team isolated compounds from gastric juice to identify BPC-157, a peptide with potential healing effects.

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    BPC-157 has been marketed on the gray market, particularly among bodybuilders and biohackers, despite lacking FDA approval.

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    Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argues for access to unapproved therapies like BPC-157.

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    The FDA is considering allowing pharmacies to sell unapproved peptides, including BPC-157, without rigorous clinical trials.

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