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  EPISODE 63: How GLP-1s Changed Her Life After Early Menopause & Breast Cancer with Lois Essenfeld 18.09.2026 43мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Lois Essenfeld, a certified Institute for Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition trainee, to talk about her long health journey through severe endometriosis, medically induced menopause, hormone-positive breast cancer, difficult menopause symptoms, and eventually discovering GLP-1 and peptide therapy.Lois was diagnosed with severe endometriosis in her 20s and went through surgery that removed most of one ovary. She was then placed into medical menopause with Lupron and spent more than 20 years on birth control. Years later, at age 48, she was diagnosed with hormone-positive breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy.Her experience with Tamoxifen was extremely difficult, and although switching medications helped mentally and emotionally, she continued to struggle with hot flashes, night sweats, joint pain, inflammation, weight gain, and feeling disconnected from her body. Because of her history, hormone replacement therapy wasn't an option for her.Then she discovered functional health, FDN, and eventually GLP-1 therapy. After starting a low dose of tirzepatide, Lois noticed a dramatic improvement in her joint pain and inflammation within days, followed by improvements in her hot flashes, night sweats, and overall quality of life.Now, Lois is passionate about learning more about peptides and helping other women navigate their own health journeys through midlife.In this episode, we cover:Lois's experience with severe endometriosis and why it took years to get the right diagnosisBeing put into medical menopause at just 26Her fertility journey and becoming a mom after losing most of one ovaryHer experience with hormone-positive breast cancer at 48Why Tamoxifen was so difficult for herSwitching from Tamoxifen to anastrozoleHot flashes, night sweats, joint pain, inflammation, and weight gain during menopauseWhy hormone replacement therapy wasn't an option for LoisHer journey into health coaching and Functional Diagnostic NutritionHow she discovered peptides and GLP-1 therapyWhat changed for her after starting tirzepatideThe importance of understanding your options instead of making health decisions from fearHer interest in learning more about peptides as a cancer survivorThe emerging research around GLP-1s and cancerHow Lois hopes to help other women through midlife and menopauseConnect with Lois Essenfeld!Website: ⁠⁠https://letitgowellness.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letitgowellness/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LetItGoWellnessFree Midlife Healthy Aging Roadmap: https://letitgowellness.com/roadmap (Download Lois Essenfeld’s practical two-page Roadmap and choose one realistic place to begin.)Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 62: How GLP-1s Helped Her Lose 150+ Pounds After Bariatric Surgery with Alissa Meisel 11.09.2026 46мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Alissa Meisel, an occupational therapist, board-certified health and wellness coach, and founder of Meisel Health, to talk about her incredible 150+ pound weight-loss journey and how bariatric surgery, GLP-1s, peptide therapy, and lifestyle changes became different tools along the way.Alissa has spent years struggling with her weight, dieting, exercising, and trying to figure out why nothing seemed to work long-term. After infertility treatments contributed to significant weight gain, she ultimately underwent sleeve gastrectomy in 2020 and lost more than 100 pounds.Years later, despite continuing to exercise, prioritize protein and hydration, and do everything she had been doing to maintain her weight, she began gaining weight again. That’s when she began exploring GLP-1s and peptide therapy, which became another tool in her health journey and helped her lose an additional 30 pounds.In this episode, we talk about the physical AND emotional side of weight loss, why mindset matters, what happens after bariatric surgery, and how feeling comfortable and confident in your body can impact every area of your life, including your marriage and intimacy.In this episode, we cover:Alissa’s lifelong struggle with dieting, weight, and an all-or-nothing mindsetHow her college years changed her relationship with food and exerciseThe emotional connection between food, stress, and comfortHer experience with infertility treatments and gaining over 100 poundsWhy she ultimately chose sleeve gastrectomy in January 2020What life was really like after bariatric surgery, including severe complications and the mental/emotional challenges she experiencedThe lack of support she felt after surgery and why she created a roadmap for other womenRegaining 20 pounds years after losing more than 100 poundsWhy training for a half marathon didn’t produce the results she expectedHow GLP-1 therapy and peptide therapy became another tool in her journeyLosing an additional 30 pounds and reaching more than 150 pounds of total weight lossWhy Alissa believes sustainable weight loss requires more than one toolThe importance of mindset, fear, judgment, and self-advocacyHow losing weight changed Alissa’s confidence and relationship with her bodyThe connection between body confidence, intimacy, and marriageWhy busy women need to make space for themselves, their health, and their relationshipsHow Alissa went from working in clinical healthcare to helping women with metabolic health and wellnessConnect with Alissa Meisel!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/alissaameisel/⁠Website: https://www.meiselhealth.com/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 61: How Retatrutide Helped Her Lose 30 Pounds, Reduce Food Noise & Feel Better After 40 with Nerida Bint 04.09.2026 54мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Nerida Bint, Australia’s leading emotional intelligence coach and creator of The Emotional Home framework. Nerida shares her personal journey with weight gain, emotional eating, and Retatrutide, including how she lost 14 kilos (about 30 pounds) in 14 weeks after years of trying to lose weight through diet and exercise.We also talk about the emotional patterns behind food and how becoming more aware of her habits helped Nerida change the way she eats, trains, recovers, and takes care of herself. Plus, we dive into her shift from intense CrossFit training to strength training, her current peptide routine, nervous system regulation, self-worth, and how emotional intelligence can transform your relationships.In this episode, we cover:Nerida’s journey from competitive CrossFit and owning women’s gyms to struggling with weight gain in her 40sHow she lost 14 kilos (30 pounds) in 14 weeks using RetatrutideHer experience with food noise, emotional eating, and habitual snackingHow Retatrutide helped her become more aware of her eating patterns and portion sizesWhy Nerida views peptides as a tool to support healthy habits, rather than a replacement for themHer shift from intense CrossFit workouts to more sustainable strength training, walking, and recoveryWhy recovery, nervous system regulation, and sustainable movement became such an important part of her lifestyleNerida’s current peptide routine, including Retatrutide, BPC-157, MOTC, Kisspeptin, and GHK-CuHer experience noticing changes during her menstrual cycle after starting KisspeptinWhy baseline bloodwork and follow-up testing can provide useful data during a health journeyNerida’s work around emotional intelligence, self-worth, subconscious beliefs, and nervous system regulationWhat Nerida means by your “emotional home” and how childhood emotional patterns can influence your adult lifeHow becoming more emotionally aware helped transform Nerida’s relationships and communicationNerida’s advice for women who want to communicate more effectively with their partnersConnect with Nerida Bint!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/neridabint/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.neridabint.com/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 60: (Part 2) Your Biggest Peptide Q&A! Lipomas, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bariatric Surgery & More with Samantha Lander 28.08.2026 39мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Samantha Lander -- an FDN practitioner, international best-selling author, professional DJ, and adjunct professor at My Peptide University -- for part 2 of our Q&A series. We’re answering more questions from our community about GLP-1s, peptide therapy, inflammation, nervous system regulation, rheumatoid arthritis, bariatric surgery, weight loss plateaus, and growth hormone peptides.If you’ve ever wondered what to do when a GLP-1 stops working, which peptides may support inflammation and tissue repair, or how to approach peptides after bariatric or weight-loss surgery, this episode covers a lot of ground.We also talk about the importance of addressing the foundations first, including nutrition, movement, gut health, mitochondrial health, and nervous system regulation, rather than relying on peptides alone.Throughout the episode, Samantha and I share our own experiences with different peptides and discuss how we approach peptide protocols with clients. As always, individual responses can vary, and peptide therapy should be approached with appropriate professional guidance.In this episode, we cover:What to do when GLP-1s stop working or weight loss plateausWhy more GLP-1 isn’t necessarily betterMicrodosing GLP-1s and taking a more individualized approachPeptides discussed for inflammation and tissue repair, including BPC-157 and TB-500Thymosin Alpha-1 and immune supportPeptide considerations for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)What to consider when dealing with lipomas and dysregulated fatty tissuePeptides and recovery after bariatric surgery or weight-loss surgeryWhy muscle preservation is important during weight lossWhy GLP-1s may need to be introduced carefully after bariatric surgeryGut health, SIBO, motility, and inflammation after surgeryGrowth hormone secretagogues including Sermorelin, CJC, Ipamorelin, and TesamorelinWhy some people experience bloating or water retention with TesamorelinPeptides and nervous system regulation when you feel stuck in fight-or-flightSelank, oxytocin, breathwork, magnesium, minerals, and other strategies discussed for nervous system supportSamantha’s experience with EMF exposure and the strategies she uses to reduce itWhy peptide protocols should be bio-individual and personalizedSamantha’s work teaching peptide education through My Peptide UniversityConnect with Samantha Lander!Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/seefitliving⁠⁠Use code SEEFITLIVING for a discount on your courses at My Peptide University.Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 59: (Part 1) Your Biggest Peptide Q&A! Weight loss, Brain Fog, Anti-Aging & Skin with Samantha Lander 21.08.2026 39мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by one of our favorite returning guests, Samantha Lander, for a fun and candid Q&A dedicated entirely to your peptide questions.Samantha is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified personal trainer, holistic lifestyle coach, and peptide educator who works with women and men to improve their health from the inside out. Together, we tackle some of the most common questions and concerns we hear about peptides, from whether certain peptides are appropriate with a history of cancer to using peptides for metabolism, brain fog, recovery, and healthy aging.We also dive into the importance of starting with the foundations before relying on peptides, why lower doses may sometimes be more appropriate, how Samantha approaches cycling peptides with her clients, and why the goal shouldn't simply be to suppress appetite or chase weight loss.And, as always with Samantha, expect plenty of real-world clinical experience, honest opinions, and a few entertaining tangents along the way.In this episode, we cover:Whether growth hormone peptides are appropriate for people with cancer or a history of cancerHow Samantha uses bioregulators to support areas like sleep, cortisol, adrenal function, and thyroid healthUsing Epitalon and Pinealon as part of a sleep and circadian rhythm protocolWhy Samantha prefers lower-dose GLP-1 approaches with many of her clientsThe difference between appetite suppression and achieving appetite balanceWhy metabolism doesn't necessarily “quit” when you turn 40How peptides like AOD, 5-Amino-1MQ, Retatrutide, and Tirzepatide can fit into a broader metabolic strategyWhy cycling off GLP-1s and focusing on mitochondrial health may be importantThe connection between gut health and brain fogPeptides and other approaches Samantha uses for cognitive supportGHK-Cu, BPC-157, glutathione, and exosomes for skin and tissue repairWhether peptides and other therapies can help support a healthier biological ageWhy nutrition, movement, strength training, and foundational health still matter even when you're using peptidesSamantha's biggest advice for getting long-term results from peptidesConnect with Samantha Lander!Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/seefitliving⁠Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 58: The Peptide Stack We Use in Our 40s for Muscle, Recovery, Sleep & Longevity with Beau Woodward 14.08.2026 57мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Beau Woodward, for another candid conversation about his experience with peptides, fitness, longevity, and what it really looks like to prioritize your health in midlife.Beau shares the routines that have helped him feel his best in his late 40s—from strength training and getting enough sleep to morning sunlight, stress management, and his current peptide stack. He also talks about his experience with GLP-1s, growth hormone peptides, NAD+, and the KLOW/Wolverine stack, including what he personally notices when he’s on and off different protocols.We also talk about why consistency becomes even more important as we age, how peptides can complement healthy habits rather than replace them, and why sourcing high-quality peptides matters.In this episode, we cover:Beau's morning routine and how he starts his day with sunlight, coffee, reading, and quiet timeHow his fitness routine has evolved as he's gotten olderWhy strength training, core work, and recovery have become prioritiesBeau's experience using GLP-1s and how they've affected food noise and appetiteHis experience with Ipamorelin + Tesamorelin for growth hormone support, recovery, sleep, and body compositionThe Wolverine/KLOW stack and why recovery matters more in midlifeNAD+ for energy, cognition, and afternoon staminaWhy sleep, exercise, sunlight, and stress management still form the foundationWhy quality and sourcing matter when choosing peptidesThe potential intersection of AI, longevity research, and peptide therapyWhat Beau is researching next in the world of longevity and biotechnologyLinks & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 57: Why Detox Comes Before Hormones & Peptides for Women Over 40 with Dani Conway 07.08.2026 42мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I'm joined by fellow Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Dani Conway, a functional medicine expert who specializes in hormone optimization, metabolic nutrition, peptides, and sustainable fat loss for women over 40.We discuss why nutrition always comes before peptides, how detoxification can naturally improve hormone balance, and the foundational habits that help women build muscle, increase energy, and create lasting metabolic health.In this episode, we cover:Dani's personal 65-pound weight loss journey and how functional nutrition changed her healthWhy food is the foundation before supplements or peptidesCommon mistakes women over 40 make when trying to lose weightWhy detoxification and drainage pathways should be addressed before hormonesSimple detox practices you can start today, including dry brushing, castor oil packs, walking, Epsom salt baths, and lymphatic drainageHow peptides fit into a functional medicine protocol, and why they're rarely the first stepThe difference between gut health peptides, cellular health peptides, and GLP-1 medicationsWhy appetite balance is better than appetite suppressionHow to preserve muscle while losing body fatProgressive overload training for women over 40The importance of electrolytes, minerals, and recoveryDani's favorite peptide stacks for energy, recovery, and performanceDaily habits that support healthy hormones, metabolism, and longevityConnect with Dani Conway!Website: https://nutritionthenaturalway.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniconwayofficial/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 56: Why Every Midlife Woman on GLP-1s Needs a DEXA Scan with Bill Robison 31.07.2026 45мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I'm joined by Bill Robison, Navy veteran, sports medicine professional, and founder of Body Fat Clinic in Bakersfield, California. With decades of experience in athletic training, body composition analysis, and metabolic health, Bill explains why the scale doesn't tell the whole story... And why understanding your body composition is essential, especially if you're using GLP-1 medications.We dive into the science behind DEXA scans, muscle preservation, metabolism, and sustainable fat loss, while sharing practical strategies women can use to protect their health for the long term.In this episode, we cover:Why DEXA scans are considered the gold standard for measuring body compositionThe difference between DEXA scans, InBody scans, and traditional scalesWhy many women lose muscle (not just fat!) during weight lossHow muscle impacts metabolism, body composition, and long-term healthThe dangers of chronic calorie restriction and metabolic adaptationReverse dieting and why your body eventually stops responding to low-calorie dietsWhy calories matter just as much as protein when preserving muscleThe importance of fiber for digestion, gut health, and GLP-1 successJennifer's personal DEXA scan results and what they revealed about her healthConnect with Bill Robison!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyfatclinic/Website: https://bodyfatclinic.com/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 55: How She Healed a 15-Year Shoulder Injury Without Surgery with Gina Parlette 24.07.2026 44мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I'm joined by Gina Parlette, firefighter, paramedic, nutritionist, peptide & GLP-1 coach, and founder of KŌA Wellness. After healing a long-standing shoulder injury with peptides and completely transforming her own body composition through strategic GLP-1 microdosing, Gina made it her mission to help others use these powerful tools safely and effectively.As a first responder, Gina has also witnessed firsthand what happens when people are prescribed GLP-1 medications without proper education. We dive into why nutrition, hydration, strength training, sleep, and nervous system regulation are essential for getting the best results while minimizing side effects.Whether you're considering GLP-1 therapy, already using peptides, or simply want to optimize your metabolic health, this conversation is packed with practical advice and real-world experience.In this episode, we cover:Gina's journey from firefighter and paramedic to peptide & GLP-1 coachHow BPC-157 and TB-500 helped heal a 15-year shoulder injuryWhy safe peptide sourcing mattersCommon GLP-1 mistakes that lead to dehydration, fainting, and constipationHow Gina lost 10% body fat while gaining 5 pounds of muscleWhy stress, sleep, and nervous system regulation are foundational for fat lossHow GLP-1s may improve inflammation, brain fog, and mental clarityUsing DEXA and InBody scans to track progress beyond the scaleConnect with Gina Parlette!Website: https://www.ginaparlette.com/Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gina_parlette/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 54: What FDA Approval Actually Means and the Future of Peptides with Dr. Jean Cunningham 17.07.2026 1ч 17мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jean Cunningham, Senior Director of Medical Affairs at Empower Pharmacy. With over 15 years of experience in pharmacy, medical affairs, scientific communications, and evidence-based healthcare, Dr. Cunningham brings a unique perspective on peptides, GLP-1s, women’s health, and the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding compounding pharmacies.Together, we dive into the science behind peptide therapies, the role of GLP-1 medications beyond weight loss, the history of hormone replacement therapy, and what the FDA’s upcoming peptide discussions could mean for patients, providers, and the future of personalized medicine.In this episode, we cover:Dr. Cunningham’s journey from pharmacy school to medical affairs leadershipWhy evidence-based medicine matters, and how to evaluate research criticallyThe lasting impact of the Women's Health Initiative on hormone replacement therapyWhy many women were underserved by traditional healthcare approachesHow GLP-1 medications have evolved over the past two decadesThe connection between obesity, inflammation, and chronic diseaseThe difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fatWhy GLP-1s can improve more than just weight lossMuscle preservation, protein intake, and strength training while using GLP-1sHow scientific studies are funded and how researchers account for biasThe role of compounding pharmacies in personalized healthcareWhat 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies actually doThe difference between FDA-approved medications and compounded medicationsThe upcoming FDA peptide hearings and what they could mean for patientsWhy access to high-quality peptide therapies remains an important conversationThe risks associated with unregulated peptide sourcingWhat patients should consider before starting peptide therapyThe future of telehealth, personalized medicine, and peptide treatmentsConnect with Dr. Jean Cunningham!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeancunninghamEmpower Pharmacy Website: https://www.empowerpharmacy.com/Empower Pharmacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowerpharmacy/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 53: How Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Can Help You Feel Like Yourself Again in Midlife with Kathy Wieliczko 10.07.2026 51мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Kathy Wieliczko, a nurse practitioner with nearly 30 years of healthcare experience who turned her own menopause struggles into a mission to help women thrive in midlife.After entering menopause at 46 and being dismissed by her doctor, Kathy took matters into her own hands. Today, she's built a community of more than 125,000 women by sharing practical, honest advice about hormone replacement therapy, peptides, body composition, collagen, and healthy aging, without the fluff.In this conversation, we dive into what actually helped Kathy lose weight, regain her energy, improve her libido, and feel like herself again after menopause.In this episode, we cover:Kathy's personal menopause story and why being dismissed by her doctor changed everythingHow hormone replacement therapy transformed her mood, energy, and libidoThe surprising collagen supplement that completely eliminated her chronic knee painHow microdosing GLP-1 peptides can support inflammation, metabolism, and sustainable weight lossWhy hormone optimization may improve GLP-1 outcomes for womenThe importance of working with peptide-literate practitioners and avoiding research-grade peptidesKathy's favorite peptide stack, including GLP-1s, MOTS-c, BPC-157, GHK-Cu, and topical peptide skincareThe role of testosterone, PT-141, and other peptide therapies in supporting female libido and intimacyKathy's advice for women who feel like they've "lost themselves" during menopauseConnect with Kathy Wieliczko!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinspo/?hl=enLinks & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 52: Could It Be Lipedema? Symptoms, Diagnosis & How GLP-1s Changed Everything with Kristin Richards 03.07.2026 54мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I'm joined by Kristin Richards, a certified menopause coach, lipedema advocate, and health educator, to share her powerful journey from decades of frustration and medical gaslighting to finally receiving a lipedema diagnosis, and finding life-changing relief through hormone optimization, GLP-1 therapy, lifestyle changes, and surgery.For nearly 40 years, Kristin believed her disproportionately painful legs were simply "how God made her." After years of being told to lose weight, exercise more, and accept her symptoms, she discovered she had lipedema- a misunderstood connective tissue disorder that primarily affects women and is often triggered by hormonal changes like puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. Together, we discuss what lipedema actually is, why it's so commonly misdiagnosed, how inflammation plays a major role, and why GLP-1 peptides have become an important tool in Kristin's long-term health strategy. We also dive into the emotional side of finally receiving a diagnosis, advocating for yourself in the medical system, and helping more women recognize they aren't simply "lazy" or lacking willpower.In this episode, we cover:What lipedema is and how it differs from obesity and lymphedemaWhy hormonal changes often trigger lipedema progressionThe genetic and connective tissue components of the conditionCommon signs and symptoms women often overlookKristin's personal journey to receiving a diagnosis after nearly four decadesThe connection between PCOS, menopause, inflammation, and lipedemaWhy microdosing GLP-1s became part of Kristin's long-term wellness planLipedema surgery: what the procedure involves, recovery, and insurance coverageThe importance of compression garments and daily movementAnti-inflammatory nutrition strategies that support lipedema managementKristin's current peptide stack beyond GLP-1sThe growing awareness of lipedema and why advocacy mattersConnect with Kristin Richards!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekristinrichards/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 51: From MTHFR to Breast Cancer | How Peptides Helped Me Reclaim My Health with Jessica Loftis 26.06.2026 48мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica Loftis, health coach, peptide advocate, and founder of Body by JFit, to talk about her deeply personal journey through chronic inflammation, discovering her MTHFR status, navigating peptide therapy, and ultimately receiving a breast cancer diagnosis.Jessica shares how years of cravings, swelling, painful cycles, and feeling disconnected from her body led her to explore genetics, lifestyle changes, environmental factors, and eventually peptides. She opens up about how peptide therapy became part of her wellness routine before her diagnosis, the decisions she made after learning she had cancer, and the importance of becoming an active participant in your own healthcare journey. We also talk about the emotional side of healing, balancing faith with uncertainty, and what it means to trust yourself while making difficult health decisions.In this episode, we cover:Jessica’s early signs of inflammation and how cravings shaped her relationship with foodLiving with MTHFR and understanding that genes are not destinySimple environmental and lifestyle changes she made to support her healthWhy she became interested in peptide therapy and her early experience with itHer perspective on inflammation, body composition, and metabolic healthAlternative and complementary therapies she explored during recoveryThe role faith played throughout her cancer journeyWhy Jessica believes education and advocacy are essential in healthcareWhat excites her most about the future of peptides and helping othersConnect with Jessica Loftis!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaloftis.jfit/Website: https://www.bodybyjfit.com/YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.vanpaul/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 50: Are Peptides the Future of Medicine? Inside the Regulation, Research & Industry with Trevor Kruder 19.06.2026 1ч 4мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Trevor Kruder, CEO of Alpha Biomed Labs and owner of multiple pharmacy and peptide manufacturing businesses, to talk about the evolving world of peptides, manufacturing standards, regulation, and where peptide science may be headed next.Trevor shares how a personal healing experience led him into peptide research and manufacturing, and offers an inside look at how peptides move through research, compounding, production, and regulatory pathways. We also discuss emerging conversations around women’s health, metabolic health, oral peptide delivery systems, and the challenges of bringing peptide therapies into mainstream medicine.This conversation covers everything from sourcing and quality control to future possibilities in longevity, GLP-1 innovation, and access to peptide therapies. As always, this episode reflects personal experiences and perspectives shared during the conversation and is not intended as medical advice.In this episode, we cover:Trevor’s personal story and how injury recovery led him into peptide researchThe differences between research peptides, compounding pharmacies, and manufacturing facilitiesWhat 503A and 503B facilities are, and why the distinction mattersWhy sourcing, testing, sterility, and manufacturing standards are major conversations in the peptide industryHow peptide regulation and FDA pathways currently workWhy some peptide products remain difficult to commercializeTrevor’s perspective on current peptide policy and future regulatory changesThe role of independent research, IRBs, and investigational studiesEmerging work around oral peptide delivery and bioavailabilityThe future potential of peptides beyond injectionsGLP-1 medications, metabolic health, and personalized approaches to weight lossThe importance of experimentation under professional guidance and individualized protocolsPeptide accessibility, cost, and the future of broader adoptionConnect with Trevor Kruder!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trevorkruder/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.trevorkruder.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrevorKruderLinks & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 49: The Future of Sustainable Weight Loss with Personalized GLP-1 Dosing with Dr. Ian Ellis 12.06.2026 1ч 3мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ian Ellis, physician and founder of Voafit, to talk about his personal weight-loss journey, the challenges he experienced using traditional GLP-1 dosing protocols, and how those experiences led him to develop a personalized, level-based approach to GLP-1 treatment.After years of battling food noise, restrictive dieting, and the ups and downs of fitness culture, Dr. Ellis found himself confronting many of the same struggles his future patients would face. His experience sparked a deep dive into GLP-1 pharmacokinetics and ultimately led to the creation of a new dosing philosophy designed to minimize side effects, preserve lean mass, improve adherence, and create a more sustainable experience for patients.We also explore how individualized medicine could reshape the future of obesity treatment, and why finding the minimum effective dose may matter more than reaching the maximum tolerated dose.In this episode, we cover:Dr. Ellis’ personal journey through weight struggles, bodybuilding culture, and medical trainingHow diet culture affects men differently, but often just as deeplyHis first experience taking semaglutide and the side effects that followed standard dose escalationThe concept of GLP-1 accumulation and why the same dose may not feel the same week to weekWhy traditional dosing protocols may not reflect individual patient responsesThe idea behind “level-based dosing” and finding a personalized therapeutic sweet spotStrategies aimed at reducing nausea, GI side effects, and medication burnoutThe importance of preserving muscle mass during weight lossResults and lessons learned from Dr. Ellis’ initial patient cohortWhy patient adherence remains one of the biggest challenges in GLP-1 treatmentHow technology and personalized tracking could support more individualized care in the futureWhat clinicians should consider when patients struggle with side effects or plateauingDr. Ellis’ vision for the next generation of obesity medicine and personalized healthcareConnect with Dr. Ian Ellis!Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.voafit.com/mylevelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/voafitmd/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 48: From Surviving a Brain Tumor to Thriving with Peptides with Kellie Hoover 05.06.2026 52мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Kellie Hoover, entrepreneur, former pharmaceutical sales representative, brain tumor survivor, wife, mom of two daughters, and passionate advocate for women's health and personal growth.Kellie shares her incredible journey from a successful pharmaceutical career through a life-altering brain tumor diagnosis that completely changed the way she approached health, wellness, and longevity. After refusing to accept a future dependent on stimulants and sleep medications, she began exploring nutrition, supplementation, and eventually peptides as tools to support her recovery and overall well-being.Our conversation dives deep into her experience with NAD+, glutathione, and GLP-1 therapies, including the emotional side of weight loss, overcoming food noise, navigating shame and stigma, and learning to trust herself around food again. We also explore how her health transformation inspired her business journey, leadership philosophy, and her commitment to helping women become just a little bit better every day.In this episode, we cover:• Kellie's journey as a brain tumor survivor and how it transformed her approach to health• Her 15-year career in pharmaceutical sales and early exposure to GLP-1 medications• Why she chose nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes instead of long-term medications• How NAD+ and glutathione became her introduction to peptide therapies• Living with ADHD and the surprising benefits she experienced from NAD+• The emotional and physical impact of food noise• Why so many women feel shame around seeking help for weight loss• Her personal GLP-1 microdosing experience and losing 33 pounds• How peptides helped improve her relationship with food• The confidence transformation that came with improved health• The importance of quality sourcing, education, and support when using peptides• Transitioning from peptide user to entrepreneur in the peptide industry• Building a business around purpose, impact, and serving women• Her "0.01% Better" philosophy for personal growth• Leadership, self-awareness, and serving others• Practical habits that support her success, including journaling, reading, faith, and intentional scheduling• Protecting your time, creating healthy boundaries, and staying present with family• Navigating the emotional transition of sending a child off to college• Why aligning your calendar with your values can transform your lifeConnect with Carrena Watts!Website: https://wellness.kelliehoover.org/kellie-hooverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelliehoover/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 47: The Healing Power of Female Satisfaction and Peptides with Dr. Stephanie Rimka 29.05.2026 1ч 33мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Stephanie Rimka, a functional medicine practitioner, peptide educator, speaker, and author, to talk about her journey using peptides in clinical practice and how they’re transforming the future of health, longevity, mitochondria, metabolism, nervous system regulation, and women’s wellness.This conversation goes far beyond peptides alone. Dr. Rimka shares her philosophy around healing, communication within the body, mitochondrial health, trauma, female sexuality, nervous system safety, and why she believes modern medicine is missing the deeper picture of true healing. We also dive into emerging therapies like SS31, Clotho, and Cell Factors, and discuss why these molecules are creating so much excitement in the peptide and regenerative medicine space.We also explore the role of pleasure, orgasm, nervous system regulation, touch, trauma healing, and feminine energy in overall health, alongside a fascinating conversation around carnivore diet principles, metabolic health, and how Dr. Rimka personally structures her lifestyle for longevity and vitality.This is one of the most thought-provoking and wide-ranging conversations we’ve had on the show.In this episode, we cover:How Dr. Rimka first became interested in peptidesWhy she shifted her perspective on “natural vs pharmaceutical”The role of peptides as communication signals in the bodyWhat SS31 is and why it’s becoming a major topic in longevity medicineMitochondrial health and how mitochondria communicate throughout the bodyHow SS31 may support energy production, smell/taste recovery, and cellular repairWhy Dr. Rimka starts with mitochondrial support in complex chronic illnessWhat Clotho is and its connection to aging and longevityCell Factors, secretomes, and the future of regenerative medicinePeptide receptor sensitivity and communication signalingThoughts on genetic testing, SNPs, and methylationNervous system safety and its role in female sexualityFemale orgasm, oxytocin, and healing physiologyTrauma, somatic therapies, and fascial release workPT141 and sexual health conversationsDr. Rimka’s experience with the carnivore dietCarnivore diet as an elimination approach for autoimmune and gut issuesOxalates, glyphosate, and mitochondrial stressSteak, oysters, zinc, and libido supportLifestyle design, creating a life aligned with joy, pleasure, creativity, and feminine energyEmpowering parents navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, and sensory disordersConnect with Dr. Stephanie Rimka!Website: https://drrimka.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_rimka/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 46: How Peptides Helped This Couple Reclaim Their Health From Breast Cancer with Colin & Aleah Dechant 22.05.2026 42мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Colin and Aleah Dechant- wellness coaches, peptide advocates, and functional health practitioners- to talk about their deeply personal journey through breast cancer recovery, burnout, metabolic dysfunction, midlife health challenges, and the powerful role peptides played in helping them rebuild their lives and health together.After Aleah was diagnosed with breast cancer just days after her 40th birthday, the Dechant family chose an integrative path forward that completely changed the trajectory of their lives. What began as a healing journey quickly became a passion for functional medicine, peptide therapy, metabolic health, and helping other women and men feel vibrant again in midlife.This conversation dives into functional lab testing, hormone dysfunction, inflammation, body composition, emotional resilience, peptide stacks, metabolic healing, relationships, confidence, and why feeling good again in your 40s and 50s is absolutely possible.In this episode, we cover:Aleah’s breast cancer diagnosis shortly after turning 40 and why she chose an integrative oncology approach instead of conventional treatment aloneHow peptides like GHK-Cu were introduced during cancer recoveryThe role of peptides in tissue repair, recovery, and healing supportColin’s perspective supporting his wife and family during treatment and how the entire family navigated cancer treatment togetherWhat functional lab testing revealed about Aleah’s hormones, inflammation, liver detox pathways, and gut healthHigh estrogen, poor estrogen metabolism, sluggish detoxification, and inflammatory pathways on DUTCH testingHow functional testing helped uncover years of hidden dysfunctionWhy Aleah became an FDN practitioner after her healing journeyColin’s experience with career burnout after 25 years in management and leaving corporate life behind and relocating their family to ArizonaThe importance of family support and making big life decisions togetherHow peptides helped Colin improve energy, sleep, recovery, body composition, and joint painColin’s peptide experience with L-carnitine, glutathione, BPC-157, and TB-500Aleah’s experience using microdosed tirzepatide for inflammation and metabolic healing after cancer treatmentThe differences they noticed between research peptides and pharmacy-compounded peptidesWhy women deserve to feel good AND look good without guiltMen’s perspective on aging, performance, energy, and confidenceHow improving health transformed their marriage, family dynamic, and confidenceThe peptide stacks they’re currently using and experimenting with: KLOW peptide stack, glutathione, tirzepatide, BPC-157, TB-500, and moreBuilding a wellness business together focused on helping midlife women and men thriveConnect with Colin & Aleah Dechant!Aleah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalhealthwithaleah/Colin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyw2bcoaching/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 45: Why Women Feel Exhausted, Invisible & Disconnected in Midlife with Dr. Angela Petersen 15.05.2026 52мин

  Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Angela Petersen, a practitioner and author focused on helping women restore metabolic balance, optimize hormones, improve libido, and reclaim vitality through peptides, lifestyle medicine, and root-cause healing.We dive into the deeper issues impacting women’s health today- from hormone dysfunction and birth control to metabolic disease, libido loss, brain health, and the emotional toll of modern life. Dr. Angela shares her perspective on why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies, relationships, and energy levels, and how peptides, hormone optimization, and foundational health practices can help women feel like themselves again.In this episode, we cover:Why modern healthcare often feels like “sick care” instead of healthcareThe inspiration behind Dr. Angela’s book, The Wellness GlitchFoundations Before Injections: why root-cause healing mattersThe biggest signs of perimenopause women shouldn’t ignoreWhy testosterone is often overlooked in women’s hormone healthTop hormone labs women should ask their doctors to runHow progesterone supports sleep, anxiety, and emotional balanceThe long-term concerns surrounding hormonal birth controlThe connection between libido, relationships, and overall vitalityHow SSRIs may impact sexual function and desirePeptides for libido, arousal, and sexual wellnessPT141, Kisspeptin, Oxytocin, and nitric oxide supportWhy gut health matters for oxytocin production and bondingTirzepatide for metabolic health, confidence, and brain protectionPeptides and strategies for cognitive health and neuroprotectionWhy blood sugar regulation is critical for preventing cognitive declineThe importance of estrogen for brain, bone, and heart healthConcerns about statins, cholesterol, and women’s brain healthPractical ways women can improve vitality, confidence, and longevityConnect with Dr. Angela Petersen!Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ampdhealth.net/Twitter/X: http://x.com/fixtheglitchnowInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/amplified_total_wellness/Phone number: 385-486-4181Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz⁠🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.
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  EPISODE 44: The Missing Link Between GLP-1 Precision Dosing, Circadian Rhythm & Gut Health with Dr. Melissa Petersen 08.05.2026 51мин

  Welcome back to the Peptides for Women podcast!In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Melissa Petersen, founder and CEO of Human Longevity Global and president of Peptide University. She’s a global authority in longevity medicine and metabolic innovation, and fun fact, she’s also the practitioner who originally introduced me to peptides years ago! So this conversation feels like a full-circle moment, diving even deeper into the science, strategy, and philosophy behind these powerful tools.We explore how peptides and GLP-1s actually work in the body, why precision dosing matters more than ever, and the biggest mistakes both clinicians and patients are making right now. Plus, we get into the often-overlooked foundations: circadian rhythm, nervous system regulation, and metabolic inputs, that ultimately determine whether peptides work… or don’t.In this episode, we cover:The origin story behind Human Longevity Institute and Peptide UniversityWhat peptides actually are (and why thinking in “molecules” changes everything)GLP-1s explained: why they’re revolutionary—and where things are going wrongPrecision dosing vs. standard dosing (and why “less is more”)The real reason GLP-1 side effects happen and how to avoid themFoundational gut support before starting peptides (enzymes, nutrients, hydration)Simple, budget-friendly ways to improve digestion and metabolic healthCircadian rhythm as the missing link in weight loss, sleep, and hormone balanceWhy timing (when you eat, sleep, and move) matters more than what you doThe impact of light exposure, nervous system regulation, and daily inputsWhy peptides “stop working” and what’s actually happening in the bodyThe BioHealthSpan framework: inputs → terrain → targeted interventions → amplificationHow to think about health as a system, not a quick fixConnect with Dr. Melissa Petersen!Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://docmelissa.com/Peptide University: https://mypeptideuniversity.com/Human Longevity Institute: https://humanlongevityinstitute.com/Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drmelissagp/Links & Resources:🔗 Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Take my free peptide quiz and get a personalized, midlife-smart roadmap for the peptides that actually match your symptoms and goals: ⁠https://quiz.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/peptide-quiz🎓 Enroll in the Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course and get $100 off for podcast subscribers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🧬 Want to pair GLP-1s with functional lab testing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://learn.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/invitation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📩 Grab The Body Edit Guide here for full protocols, labs, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/jenniferwoodwardnutrition/p/get-the-body-edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‼️Disclaimer‼️This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.