If peptides have been popping up everywhere and there’s confusion around what they actually are, how they work, and whether they’re worth it… this episode breaks it all down in a simple, real-life way.

No fluff. No complicated science.

Just a clear explanation of peptides, how they function in the body, and why so many people are using them right now for things like fat loss, inflammation, recovery, anti-aging, and overall wellness.

In this episode, I’m also sharing my personal experience… what led me to peptides, what I was dealing with, and what I’ve noticed so far.

We cover:

• What peptides are (simple explanation) • How peptides support the body • Peptides for fat loss and body recomposition • Peptides for inflammation and recovery • Peptides for anti-aging, skin, and hair • My personal peptide stack and why I chose each one • What I’ve actually noticed so far

Peptides discussed in this episode:

• Sermorelin (sleep, recovery, growth hormone support) • MOTS-c (metabolism, energy, body recomposition) • BPC-157 (inflammation, gut health, healing) • GHK-Cu (skin, hair, collagen, anti-aging support)

If you want to go deeper without feeling overwhelmed:

Download the Peptide 101 eBook → a simple breakdown of what peptides are, how they work, and where to start

Grab the Longevity Game Plan Checklist → the exact framework I follow for body recomposition, energy, and long-term health

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12btR9Qx8d4mUS1rzldYfQMT1IMEwMNjW/view?usp=drive_link

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor, and nothing shared in this episode should be taken as a substitute for professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, peptide, or protocol.

Some peptides discussed may be classified as research compounds and are not approved by the FDA for general use. Any mention of these compounds is strictly for educational purposes only.

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If you’re in perimenopause and feel anxious, overstimulated, reactive, or like your body can’t fully relax, this episode will connect a lot of dots.

In this episode, we’re talking about the nervous system side of perimenopause — something most women are never taught. Hormone shifts, poor sleep, under-eating protein, dehydration, and chronic stress can push your body into fight-or-flight, even when nothing is “wrong” in your life.

Inside this episode:

• Why perimenopause can feel like anxiety, overwhelm, or irritability

• How hormone changes impact your nervous system and stress response

• Common signs your body is stuck in survival mode

• Why sleep disruption, brain fog, and low motivation are connected

• Simple ways to calm your nervous system without a full life overhaul

• Foundational support that matters most during perimenopause

Resources mentioned:

• The Longevity Project (January) – a steady, realistic approach to hormone health, energy, and long-term wellness Email mindy@mindywender.com to learn more

• The Routine Supplement Stack – daily foundational support for mood, sleep, digestion, energy, and hormone balance. Use discount code HELLO10 and Subscribe and Save for 10% off and Free shipping

  https://hughandgrace.com/products/the-routine-triple-boost-protein-hormone-support-1?pws=mindyw

If this episode helped you, share it with a woman who keeps saying “I don’t feel like myself anymore.” She’s not broken — her body is asking for support.

If you’re a woman over 35 feeling tired, foggy, irritated, anxious, or just “off,” this is the episode that finally explains why. Perimenopause hits long before menopause, and most women have no idea what’s happening inside their bodies.

In this episode, I break down perimenopause in plain English. No medical jargon. No confusing hormone talk. Just real explanations of what’s happening with your estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone and why your symptoms feel so intense.

You’ll learn the real signs of perimenopause, why your labs might look “normal,” and simple ways to start supporting your hormones so you can feel like yourself again.

What we cover: • Early symptoms women miss • Hormone shifts that affect mood, sleep, weight, and energy • Why 2 AM wake-ups are so common • What brain fog really means • How to support your body naturally in this stage

Mentioned: The Routine supplement stack (use code hello10)

https://hughandgrace.com/products/the-routine-triple-boost-protein-hormone-support-1?pws=mindyw

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