Peptides are gaining traction for several key reasons: Specificity and targeting Unlike some medications that have broad, systemic effects (and consequently, systemic side effects), peptides are highly specific
Vegans and vegetarians may not get enough vitamin B12 because it is mostly found in animal foods
For diabetic retinopathy, GLP-1RAs are associated with the early worsening phenomenon linked to rapid glycemic control, a signal not typically observed with SGLT2 inhibitors, which generally show a neutral or modestly protective effect
Some GLP-1 medications have demonstrated renal protective effects in clinical trials, though evidence varies by specific agent
Nestle, for instance, launched its Vital Pursuit frozen meal brand in late 2024, initially without a "GLP-1 Friendly" label, but added one after customer feedback