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 plateaus

• Why more GLP-1 isn’t necessarily better

• Microdosing GLP-1s and taking a more individualized approach

• Peptides discussed for inflammation and tissue repair, including BPC-157 and TB-500

• Thymosin Alpha-1 and immune support

• Peptide considerations for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)

• What to consider when dealing with lipomas and dysregulated fatty tissue

• Peptides and recovery after bariatric surgery or weight-loss surgery

• Why muscle preservation is important during weight loss

• Why GLP-1s may need to be introduced carefully after bariatric surgery

• Gut health, SIBO, motility, and inflammation after surgery

• Growth hormone secretagogues including Sermorelin, CJC, Ipamorelin, and Tesamorelin

• Why some people experience bloating or water retention with Tesamorelin

• Peptides and nervous system regulation when you feel stuck in fight-or-flight

• Selank, oxytocin, breathwork, magnesium, minerals, and other strategies discussed for nervous system support

• Samantha’s experience with EMF exposure and the strategies she uses to reduce it

• Why peptide protocols should be bio-individual and personalized

• Samantha’s work teaching peptide education through My Peptide University

Connect with Samantha Lander!

• Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/seefitliving⁠⁠
• Use 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.

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 cancer
• How Samantha uses bioregulators to support areas like sleep, cortisol, adrenal function, and thyroid health
• Using Epitalon and Pinealon as part of a sleep and circadian rhythm protocol
• Why Samantha prefers lower-dose GLP-1 approaches with many of her clients
• The difference between appetite suppression and achieving appetite balance
• Why metabolism doesn't necessarily “quit” when you turn 40
• How peptides like AOD, 5-Amino-1MQ, Retatrutide, and Tirzepatide can fit into a broader metabolic strategy
• Why cycling off GLP-1s and focusing on mitochondrial health may be important
• The connection between gut health and brain fog
• Peptides and other approaches Samantha uses for cognitive support
• GHK-Cu, BPC-157, glutathione, and exosomes for skin and tissue repair
• Whether peptides and other therapies can help support a healthier biological age
• Why nutrition, movement, strength training, and foundational health still matter even when you're using peptides
• Samantha's biggest advice for getting long-term results from peptides

Connect with Samantha Lander!

• Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/seefitliving⁠

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.

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 time
• How his fitness routine has evolved as he's gotten older
• Why strength training, core work, and recovery have become priorities
• Beau's experience using GLP-1s and how they've affected food noise and appetite
• His experience with Ipamorelin + Tesamorelin for growth hormone support, recovery, sleep, and body composition
• The Wolverine/KLOW stack and why recovery matters more in midlife
• NAD+ for energy, cognition, and afternoon stamina
• Why sleep, exercise, sunlight, and stress management still form the foundation
• Why quality and sourcing matter when choosing peptides
• The potential intersection of AI, longevity research, and peptide therapy
• What Beau is researching next in the world of longevity and biotechnology

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.

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 health
• Why food is the foundation before supplements or peptides
• Common mistakes women over 40 make when trying to lose weight
• Why detoxification and drainage pathways should be addressed before hormones
• Simple detox practices you can start today, including dry brushing, castor oil packs, walking, Epsom salt baths, and lymphatic drainage
• How peptides fit into a functional medicine protocol, and why they're rarely the first step
• The difference between gut health peptides, cellular health peptides, and GLP-1 medications
• Why appetite balance is better than appetite suppression
• How to preserve muscle while losing body fat
• Progressive overload training for women over 40
• The importance of electrolytes, minerals, and recovery
• Dani's favorite peptide stacks for energy, recovery, and performance
• Daily habits that support healthy hormones, metabolism, and longevity

Connect with Dani Conway!

Website: https://nutritionthenaturalway.com

Instagram: 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.

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 composition
• The difference between DEXA scans, InBody scans, and traditional scales
• Why many women lose muscle (not just fat!) during weight loss
• How muscle impacts metabolism, body composition, and long-term health
• The dangers of chronic calorie restriction and metabolic adaptation
• Reverse dieting and why your body eventually stops responding to low-calorie diets
• Why calories matter just as much as protein when preserving muscle
• The importance of fiber for digestion, gut health, and GLP-1 success

• Jennifer's personal DEXA scan results and what they revealed about her health

Connect 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.

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 coach
• How BPC-157 and TB-500 helped heal a 15-year shoulder injury
• Why safe peptide sourcing matters
• Common GLP-1 mistakes that lead to dehydration, fainting, and constipation
• How Gina lost 10% body fat while gaining 5 pounds of muscle
• Why stress, sleep, and nervous system regulation are foundational for fat loss
• How GLP-1s may improve inflammation, brain fog, and mental clarity
• Using DEXA and InBody scans to track progress beyond the scale

Connect 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.

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 leadership
• Why evidence-based medicine matters, and how to evaluate research critically
• The lasting impact of the Women's Health Initiative on hormone replacement therapy
• Why many women were underserved by traditional healthcare approaches
• How GLP-1 medications have evolved over the past two decades
• The connection between obesity, inflammation, and chronic disease
• The difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat
• Why GLP-1s can improve more than just weight loss
• Muscle preservation, protein intake, and strength training while using GLP-1s
• How scientific studies are funded and how researchers account for bias
• The role of compounding pharmacies in personalized healthcare
• What 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies actually do
• The difference between FDA-approved medications and compounded medications
• The upcoming FDA peptide hearings and what they could mean for patients
• Why access to high-quality peptide therapies remains an important conversation
• The risks associated with unregulated peptide sourcing
• What patients should consider before starting peptide therapy
• The future of telehealth, personalized medicine, and peptide treatments

Connect with Dr. Jean Cunningham!

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeancunningham
• Empower 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.

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 everything

• How hormone replacement therapy transformed her mood, energy, and libido

• The surprising collagen supplement that completely eliminated her chronic knee pain

• How microdosing GLP-1 peptides can support inflammation, metabolism, and sustainable weight loss

• Why hormone optimization may improve GLP-1 outcomes for women

• The importance of working with peptide-literate practitioners and avoiding research-grade peptides

• Kathy's favorite peptide stack, including GLP-1s, MOTS-c, BPC-157, GHK-Cu, and topical peptide skincare

• The role of testosterone, PT-141, and other peptide therapies in supporting female libido and intimacy

• Kathy's advice for women who feel like they've "lost themselves" during menopause

Connect with Kathy Wieliczko!

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinspo/?hl=en

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.

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 lymphedema
• Why hormonal changes often trigger lipedema progression
• The genetic and connective tissue components of the condition
• Common signs and symptoms women often overlook
• Kristin's personal journey to receiving a diagnosis after nearly four decades
• The connection between PCOS, menopause, inflammation, and lipedema
• Why microdosing GLP-1s became part of Kristin's long-term wellness plan
• Lipedema surgery: what the procedure involves, recovery, and insurance coverage
• The importance of compression garments and daily movement
• Anti-inflammatory nutrition strategies that support lipedema management
• Kristin's current peptide stack beyond GLP-1s
• The growing awareness of lipedema and why advocacy matters

Connect 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.

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 food
• Living with MTHFR and understanding that genes are not destiny
• Simple environmental and lifestyle changes she made to support her health
• Why she became interested in peptide therapy and her early experience with it
• Her perspective on inflammation, body composition, and metabolic health
• Alternative and complementary therapies she explored during recovery
• The role faith played throughout her cancer journey
• Why Jessica believes education and advocacy are essential in healthcare
• What excites her most about the future of peptides and helping others

Connect with Jessica Loftis!

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaloftis.jfit/

• Website: https://www.bodybyjfit.com/

• YouTube: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.vanpaul/

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