Renew Vitality Andy Triggs

07/24/2026

The FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee voted in favor of adding four peptides, BPC-157, KPV, TB-500, and MOTS-c, to the 503A Bulks List. The vote was close, 8 to 6 with one abstention, and notably went against the recommendation of the FDA’s own scientific staff.

A quick clarification since headlines can get ahead of the facts: this is an advisory vote, not a final rule. The FDA still has to formally act on it, and that process takes time. Nothing changes at compounding pharmacies today.

Here’s why it still matters. It signals a potential shift toward bringing peptide therapies that patients are already seeking, often through unregulated channels, into a legitimate, accountable compounding framework. At Renew Vitality, our approach has always been built around the triad of care: patient, physician, and pharmacy working in coordination, supported by rigorous sourcing standards and decisions grounded in real biomarker data.

As this regulatory landscape continues to evolve, that foundation only becomes more important. We’ll keep our community informed as things develop.

07/23/2026

The regulatory landscape around peptides is shifting and it is worth paying attention to what has actually changed.

Earlier this year, the FDA removed twelve peptide bulk drug substances from Category 2 of the 503A Bulk Drug Substances List. Category 2 was reserved for substances presenting significant safety concerns or requiring additional review before they could even be considered for pharmacy compounding. That removal is not a small development. It means the FDA has cleared one of the largest regulatory barriers that previously prevented these compounds from moving through the formal review process.

Today and tomorrow, July 23 and 24, the FDA's Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee is meeting to review several of the most widely discussed peptides in regenerative and longevity medicine, including BPC-157, KPV, Thymosin Beta-4, MOTS-c, Semax, Epitalon, and DSIP. These sessions represent the most significant regulatory milestone for peptide therapy in years.

The direction is becoming clearer. But good medicine is still guided by evidence, patient safety, and thoughtful clinical judgment.

I have covered this in detail in my latest blog post. Link in the comments.

Anderson Triggs, MBA

Here’s What That Actually Means The conversation around peptides is changing. On July 23 and 24, 2026, the FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee (PCAC) will meet to review sever…

07/22/2026

What is the most overrated supplement?

Probably the one promising to solve a complex problem with a simple pill. The truth is that health is rarely that simple.

Sleep matters.
Nutrition matters.
Movement matters.
Recovery matters.

And understanding what is actually going on inside your body matters. The best results rarely come from chasing shortcuts. They come from building a complete strategy around your health.

Because every meaningful outcome requires more than a quick fix.

07/20/2026

Ranking the worst things you can do while on a GLP-1.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

07/18/2026

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That saying has been around for a reason.
Most people wait until something feels off before they pay attention to their health.

But the future of healthcare is becoming more proactive.

Paying attention to nutrition.
Prioritizing movement.
Improving sleep.
Understanding your health markers.

Because the goal is not just reacting to problems.
It is creating habits that support your health long before problems arise.

07/17/2026

The biggest transformations usually don’t come from one thing.

They come from changing habits, routines, movement, and nutrition.
The full lifestyle.

And when progress happens gradually, your body has time to adapt along the way.

That’s what sustainability looks like.

07/14/2026

Information has never been more accessible. Neither has misinformation.

One of the biggest challenges in health today is figuring out who to trust.

A quick search can give you thousands of opinions, recommendations, and self proclaimed experts.

But information without context can be dangerous.
The goal is not to consume more information. The goal is to find reliable guidance, ask better questions, and make informed decisions based on your individual needs.

Because when it comes to your health, what you do not know can matter just as much as what you do.

07/13/2026

The hardest part is that many people normalize feeling less than their best.

Low energy.
Poor recovery.
Feeling unmotivated.
Brain fog.
Constant stress.

Most people assume it is just part of getting older or being busy.
But sometimes it is worth taking a closer look.

Understanding your health starts with understanding where you are today.
Because you cannot improve what you do not measure.

07/07/2026

A number tells part of the story.
It does not tell the whole story.
Your health is more than a single lab result.

It is how you feel.

Your energy.
Your recovery.
Your goals.
Your health history.

The best conversations happen when data and the individual are considered together.
Because personalized care starts with understanding the full picture, not just one number.

07/07/2026

The problem is not always the tool.

Sometimes it is how the tool is being used.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is trying to navigate complex health decisions without the right guidance.

The internet can provide information.
But information is not the same as a personalized plan.

The difference is having someone who understands your goals, answers your questions, and helps you make informed decisions every step of the way.

That is where real support matters.