Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with the incredible Dr. Dean Jones, DC, founder of FLOA Protocols and one of my favorite voices in the peptide space.

We’re going deep into GLP-1s, microdosing, fasting, and metabolic repair… but we’re also talking about the heart behind it all: mindset, spiritual growth, and finding balance while healing your metabolism.

Dr. Jones shares his personal story of weight gain, loss, and recovery; how he created his FLOA Fasting Method; and why true metabolic healing starts long before the scale starts moving. We also unpack the truth about GLP-1s, why microdosing can be a game-changer, and how to avoid the trap of “functional starvation” that so many women fall into.

In this episode, I cover:

• What “metabolically healed” really means for women in midlife

• The benefits of gentle weekly dosing vs. high-dose “shock and drop” methods

• Dr. Jones’ FLOA Protocol and how it blends fasting with metabolic healing

• How fasting builds resilience and mental clarity

• The key labs to request: fasting insulin, C-peptide, CRP, ESR, thyroid panel, and A1C

• Why undereating can mimic hypothyroidism (and tank your energy!)

Connect with Dr. Jones, DC!

• Website: ⁠⁠http://drjonesdc.com/pfwpod

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

• TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drjonesdc

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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 sit down with the amazing Kathia Murray, a 54-year-old Physician Assistant, mom, and real-life example of how peptides can transform pain and performance in midlife.

Kathia shares her powerful story of recovering from a frozen shoulder using BPC-157, a regenerative peptide known for its healing and anti-inflammatory benefits. What started as a frustrating and painful condition became an opportunity for her to explore how peptides, hormone therapy, and nutrition could work together to restore strength and balance.

We talk about:

• How BPC-157 supported her shoulder recovery and mobility

• The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in supporting midlife energy and muscle tone

• How gut health impacts pain, healing, and inflammation

• Why peptide therapy is not just for “biohackers” but for real women managing real-life symptoms

• The importance of lifestyle foundations—sleep, protein, movement, stress, and mindset—before starting peptides

This episode is full of encouragement, science, and relatable experience for any woman navigating midlife changes. Kathia’s story will give you the inspiration and information you need to take the next step.

Connect with Kathia Murray!

• Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.midlifehotness.com/⁠
• Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/midlifehotness/ ⁠⁠⁠
• TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifehotness
• Breast Cancer Coaching: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/breatcancercoachkat/ ⁠⁠⁠

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN
• 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, dosing, 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 got to sit down with the incredible Bria Gadd, also known as The Period Whisperer.

Bria is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause, and finding clarity in hormonal chaos.

Together, we dive deep into the real talk about perimenopause, the subtle signals our bodies send us, and how we can use functional nutrition and lifestyle tools to support our hormones naturally.

In this episode, Bria and I talk about:

• How tuning in to your body’s cues can help you understand what your hormones are trying to tell you.

• Why ignoring those whispers often leads to burnout and imbalance.

• How peptides fit into the bigger picture of hormone health.

• Bria’s thoughts on supporting hormone balance through lifestyle and targeted therapies.

• Why exercise needs to evolve with your hormones, and what that actually looks like.

• How to shift from punishing workouts to movement that nourishes your body.

• The foundational habits that help your hormones thrive (sleep, nutrition, stress management, and gut health).

• Bria’s approach to helping women regain energy, clarity, and confidence in midlife.

If you’ve ever felt lost in the chaos of perimenopause (exhausted, irritable, or just not like “you” anymore), this conversation is going to feel like a breath of fresh air!

Connect with Bria Gadd!

• Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ 

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briagadd 

• Podcast: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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 sit down with my long-time friend and former client, Dayna Whitman, to talk about her inspiring journey with autoimmune disease, chronic inflammation, and how peptides have given her back her quality of life.

Dayna opens up about living with ankylosing spondylitis, her struggle with pain and inflammation, and how introducing BPC-157 and a microdosed GLP-1 has helped her reduce inflammation, quiet food noise, and finally feel like herself again.

We also talk about:

• How Dayna discovered her link between food sensitivities and inflammation

• The dramatic difference she noticed after starting BPC-157

• Why she added GLP-1 to her regimen — and how it changed her cravings for good

• The “foundations” she sticks to daily: diet, sleep, movement, and sunlight

• How peptides made her feel better than she has in over a decade

• Encouragement for anyone hesitant to try peptides or afraid to step away from medication dependency

Dayna’s story is a testament to the power of self-advocacy, clean living, and finding the right tools to support your body’s healing process.

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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 break down the confusing world of microdosing GLP-1s: those buzzy weight-loss and appetite-regulating peptides everyone’s whispering about. From 0.25 mg to 2.5 mg and everything in between, we’ll cover what the research says (and doesn’t), what experts are saying, why doses vary so wildly, and how to find your sweet spot. I also share my own experience using 2.5 mg of tirzepatide and what I see in my midlife clients using GLP-1s alongside protein, sunlight, minerals, and muscle-building routines.

What You’ll Learn:

• What GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide actually do
• What “microdosing” means and why no one agrees on a definition
• Expert perspectives on 0.25 mg vs. 2.5 mg doses
• The real risks of underdosing, overdosing, or skipping the foundations
• What the current research says about low-dose efficacy
• How I use GLP-1s with my clients and in my own life
• The importance of pairing GLP-1s with foundational habits to protect metabolism and muscle mass

📚 Research:

• N Engl J Med (2021) — Semaglutide and Weight Loss Trial
• Diabetes Care (2023) — Editorial on Microdosing
• VeryWell Health — Microdosing Ozempic Overview
• Medscape (2024) — Patient-led Microdosing Trends

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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 sit down with my friends Kayla and Mike Neal to talk about something really special: how peptide therapy has transformed not just their health, but their marriage, energy, and connection in midlife!

Kayla opens up about her perimenopausal journey: feeling alone, gaining weight, and realizing that the usual “eat less, move more” advice just wasn’t working anymore. Together, she and Mike share how they learned to reprioritize their spending, invest in their well-being, and approach health as a team.

We talk about:

• Why it’s time to stop “budget-cutting” your health and start investing in your longevity
• How couples can grow closer through shared health goals
• The power of communication when navigating midlife changes together
• Reframing peptide therapy as a long-term investment in vitality
• Why feeling your best helps you show up better in your marriage, family, and life!

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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.

I am so excited to finally share something Tina Haupert and I have been working on for months: our brand-new Peptides for Practitioners Certification Course!

This course was just approved for 5 CEU Units from NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and will count toward your practitioner continuing education units. (PS- even if you’re not a practitioner, you’ll benefit from this course! It’s for anyone who wants to learn more about peptides).

This self-paced, practitioner-and-health-coach-focused program gives you the frameworks, tools, and live mentorship to:

• Identify the right peptides for your clients’ goals (weight loss, gut repair, inflammation, metabolic health, and more)
• Understand the safety, legal, and ethical scope for both licensed and unlicensed practitioners
• Layer peptides with your existing lifestyle, nutrition, and hormone protocols to create next-level client results
• Start generating revenue with done-for-you resources, dosing guides, and brand partnership opportunities

What You’ll Learn Inside:

Module 1: Peptides 101 – Safety, Science + Scope

Lay the foundation with everything you need to know about peptides: what they are, how they work, and how they differ from traditional pharmaceuticals. You’ll get clarity on safety, contraindications, legality, and scope of practice, plus delivery methods and real-world case studies.

Module 2: Research Meets Results

Go beyond the misconceptions and media headlines and learn how to separate hype from actual data. We’ll translate the latest research into practical strategies you can trust, reviewing both published studies and real-world results for peptides that support metabolism, hormones, gut repair, cognition, and more.

Module 3: The Top 15 Peptides You Actually Need

Skip the overwhelm and focus on the peptides that actually move the needle. You’ll learn dosing strategies, symptom-based stacking, and how to safely use micro vs. full dosing. From GLP-1s and BPC-157 to Tesamorelin and NAD+, you’ll get reference guides, cheat sheets, and stack strategies you can apply right away.

Module 4: From Protocols to Practice

Turn your knowledge into real-world application. Learn how to layer peptides with lifestyle protocols, functional labs, and nutrition for next-level client results. Plus get a blueprint for ethically recommending, marketing, and partnering as a non-licensed practitioner or coach.

Here’s What’s Included:

• On-Demand Video Modules – watch anytime, revisit forever, and reference as needed
• 4 Live Cohort Sessions (beginning in October) – with Q&A, case studies, and recordings provided
• Clinically Relevant Peptides – training on the top 15 peptides you’ll actually use with clients (includes a comprehensive quick reference guide)
• Integration Blueprint – ethical, legal, and practical frameworks for layering peptides into your existing protocols
• Sample GLP-1 Microdosing Strategy – a gradual, sustainable approach that supports fat loss while minimizing side effects
• Done-for-You Resources – lab marker cheat sheets, white-labeled PDFs, clinical notes, stacking guides, and client education templates

Enroll now and get over $700 in bonuses:

• $300 off early enrollment
• Bonus module: Peptides for Ulcerative Colitis, Gut Issues & Autoimmune Conditions
• GLP-1 Wellness Roadmap PDF (white label) – instantly brand and use in your practice
• 8-Week Muscle Building Workout Program (white label) – ready-to-use, fully brandable program designed to help clients build lean muscle, boost metabolism, and enhance strength
• Peptides for Practitioners Research Compendium – curated studies at your fingertips

This is your opportunity to step confidently into the fastest-growing field in functional health and deliver the results your clients are already asking for.

https://www.carrotsncake.com/offers/TrVo7mCz/checkout?coupon_code=PFPJENNIFERWAITLIST

→ Early enrollment closes September 30, 2025. Join now to claim your early enrollment bonuses!

Welcome back to the Peptides for Women podcast!

In this special episode, I sit down with my husband of 24 years, Beau Woodward, to talk about his personal experience with peptides. Beau opens up about what it’s been like to walk this journey alongside me and how these tools have impacted his daily life as a husband, dad, and professional. If you’ve ever wondered what peptides can do from a male perspective, or how they impact relationships, you’ll love this one.

In this episode, we cover:

• Beau’s introduction to peptides, and what made him open to trying them.
• The physical changes he noticed in strength, body composition, and recovery.
• The mental and emotional shifts, from clearer focus to a lighter mood.
• How peptides influenced our marriage and relationship dynamics.
• Important safety notes around peptides, especially growth hormone secretagogues.
• Faith and perspective, why we see these tools as a gift and blessing when used wisely.

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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 today's episode I’m sharing the inspiring story of my dear friend Celina Abel, who has been on a GLP1 since early 2021.

Celina came to the GLP1 after years of struggling with thyroid confusion, insulin resistance, PCOS, inflammation, and extreme fatigue. She was taking a complex cocktail of medications, struggling with daily naps, and feeling hopeless about her health. Her journey with GLP1s has been transformative, helping her regain energy, reduce inflammation, manage insulin resistance, and reclaim her life... all while raising five kids and running a mini farm!

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Celina discovered GLP1s and her early experience navigating multiple doctors

• The dramatic improvements in energy, mood, inflammation, and insulin resistance

• How GLP1s changed her relationship with food, satiety, and portion sizes

• Misconceptions about GLP1s as “just a weight loss drug” and what’s really happening in the body

• Her tips for women considering GLP1s for PCOS, metabolic issues, or low energy

Celina’s story shows that GLP1s aren’t just about weight. They can be life-changing for overall health, energy, and metabolic wellness.

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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!

Today’s episode is an inspiring conversation with my friend Daniel "Boone" Frenzel about his journey using peptides to lose 45 pounds, regain energy, and build sustainable health habits.

Daniel is a former business owner, currently working as an Area Sales Manager for a National Brand and managing a 3 million dollar territory.

A father of two accomplished young adults, a recovering addict and an advocate for Men’s Mental Health Awareness, Daniel has been on a mission to live a life that defies the odds stacked against him since receiving a mental health diagnosis back in 2015. Specifically interested in studying the direct correlation between diet/exercise and dealing with clinical depression from a more natural approach, Daniel has been able to stabilize his mood and avoid any episodes in over 5 years through the use of supplements, rest, diet and exercise and the introduction of peptides most recently without anti-depressants and mood stabilizers that had been prescribed in the past.

In this episode, Daniel shares how a microdose of GLP-1, GIP, B12, NAD+, and later BPC-157 and TB500 helped him:

• Reduce sugar cravings and “food noise”

• Maintain lean muscle while losing fat

• Boost energy, recovery, and mood stability

• Build lasting habits with diet, exercise, and supplementation

He also discusses his disciplined approach, the importance of lifestyle alongside peptides, and his next goals: reaching his target weight and enjoying active life with his family.

Connect with Daniel Frenzel

Links & Resources:

• 🔗 Learn more or order peptides at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠elliemd.com/JenniferWoodwardNutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠
• 🎯 Take the Peptides Quiz to find out what may work for your body: ⁠https://connect.jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com/widget/form/CoNzXJkbFdCpgo1hWPTN⁠
• 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, dosing, 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.