The Loop Podcast: Peptides, Longevity & Women’s Wellness

Stephanie Gambetta

A podcast exploring peptides, women's health, longevity strategies, and modern wellness—through real conversations and lived experience. Hosted by Stephanie Gambetta, The Loop Podcast breaks down what’s actually working when it comes to feeling better, aging well, and taking ownership of your health.

  1. 2d ago

    EP 59: Peptides, Menopause, Confidence & Reinventing Yourself in Midlife w/ Brittany Anderson

    What happens when you stop chasing perfection and start listening to yourself? In Episode 59 of The Loop Podcast, Stephanie Gambetta sits down with women's coach and community builder Brittany Anderson for an honest conversation about authenticity, personal growth, menopause, confidence, and the tools helping women feel like themselves again. Stephanie and Brittany discuss the pressure many women feel to stay the same while life constantly evolves around them. They talk about building businesses in midlife, navigating motherhood, embracing change, finding community, and learning to trust your intuition. The conversation also explores peptides, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), GLP-1s, and why so many women are finally feeling empowered to prioritize their health without shame or stigma. Whether you're navigating menopause, building a business, raising teenagers, or simply trying to figure out who you are in this season of life, this episode is packed with practical insights and encouragement. Remember, every health journey is unique. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making decisions regarding hormones, peptides, supplements, or any medical treatment. Peptides Discussed: GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) Often referred to as the "beauty peptide." Discussed for skin quality, hair growth, recovery, collagen support, and overall healthy aging. BPC-157 Discussed for recovery, inflammation support, exercise recovery, healing, and reducing water retention associated with training and travel. KPV Highlighted for gut health support, inflammation management, skin concerns, and digestive wellness. GLP-1 Microdosing Discussed as a tool for reducing food noise, improving metabolic health, supporting body composition goals, and improving markers like cholesterol and inflammation. Thymosin Alpha-1 (AOD/Immune Support Discussion) Referenced as a foundational peptide often used to support immune health and overall wellness protocols. CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin Briefly mentioned as part of Stephanie's previous muscle-building and recovery protocols. NAD+ Discussed as part of Brittany's wellness routine for energy, recovery, and overall cellular health. https://www.brittanderson.com/ Special Offers: ✅ Get Loop Supplements:  TheLoopWay.com ✅ Join the Loop Beauty Beta:  Loop-Beauty.com ✅ Save 10% at Loop BioLabs:  Use code PODCAST at LoopBioLabs.com

    56 min

  2. Jun 11

    EP 58: Heather Koch's Peptide Journey: More Energy, Better Recovery & Lasting Results

    What happens when you finally stop fighting your body and start working with it? In Episode 58 of The Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with longtime friend Heather Koch to discuss the peptide journey that transformed her energy, recovery, gut health, and overall quality of life. Heather shares how she first discovered peptides through The LOOP community, the surprising benefits she experienced with NAD+, BPC-157, and GLP microdosing, and why taking a month off her protocol proved just how sustainable her results had become. Together, Steph and Heather dive into the importance of muscle mass, protein intake, metabolic health, peptide stacking, gut support, community, longevity, and the mindset shifts that come with optimizing your health after 50. Whether you're curious about peptides, interested in GLP microdosing, or simply looking for practical ways to improve your healthspan, this episode offers an honest look at what's possible when you combine the right tools with the right habits. In this episode:  • Heather's first experience with NAD+  • Brain fog, energy, and recovery improvements  • BPC-157 and gut health benefits  • Microdosing GLPs vs traditional dosing  • Why community matters on your health journey  • DEXA scans, visceral fat, and bloodwork markers  • Strength training vs excessive cardio  • Skin health, aging, and longevity  • The future of peptide therapies The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new health, wellness, or peptide protocol. Peptides & Compounds Discussed: NAD+, BPC-157, GLP-1 Microdosing, CJC-1295/Ipamorelin, MOTS-c, SS-31, KPV, Thymosin Alpha-1 (TA1), GHK-Cu, Retatrutide, Oral GLP Options, SLU-PP-332, 5-Amino-1MQ, and ATX-304. These compounds were discussed in the context of energy, recovery, metabolic health, gut health, healthy aging, body composition, and longevity. Special Offers: ✅ Get Loop Supplements:  TheLoopWay.com ✅ Join the Loop Beauty Beta:  Loop-Beauty.com ✅ Save 10% at Loop BioLabs:  Use code PODCAST at LoopBioLabs.com #TheLoopPodcast #Peptides #GLP1 #NAD #BPC157 #Longevity #HealthyAging #Women'sHealth #MetabolicHealth #GutHealth #Microdosing #WellnessPodcast

    1h 4m

  3. Jun 4

    EP 57: The Biggest GLP-1 Mistakes Women Are Making | Peptides, Hormones & Sustainable Weight Loss | Michelle Kilduff

    Peptides and GLP-1 therapies can be powerful tools for weight loss, metabolic health, inflammation, and longevity, but only when they're used correctly. In Episode 57 of The Loop Podcast, Stephanie Gambetta sits down with peptide coach Michelle Kilduff to discuss the realities of GLP-1 medications, peptide therapy, and why so many people struggle when they try to navigate these tools without proper guidance. Michelle shares her journey from lifestyle and nutrition coaching into peptide coaching, explains why personalized support matters, and breaks down the most common mistakes people make with GLP-1s. Together, Steph and Michelle discuss protein intake, muscle preservation, dopamine changes, PCOS, hormones, inflammation, gut health, dosing strategies, and why community and education are essential for long-term success. They also tackle the stigma surrounding GLP-1 use, the future of peptide therapies, and the importance of helping women feel empowered to make informed decisions about their health. Whether you're currently using a GLP-1, considering peptide therapy, or simply looking to better understand metabolic health, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world coaching experience. Peptides Discussed in This Episode Semaglutide (GLP-1 research) Tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP research) Retatrutide (triple agonist research) BPC-157 (gut health + recovery research) Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune system research) SLU-PP-332 (metabolic health research) NAD+ (cellular energy research) Special Offers: ✅ Get Loop Supplements:  TheLoopWay.com ✅ Join the Loop Beauty Beta:  Loop-Beauty.com ✅ Save 10% at Loop BioLabs:  Use code PODCAST at LoopBioLabs.com

    59 min

  4. May 28

    EP 56: She Hid Her Scars for Years… Then Turned Pain Into Purpose | Peptides, Healing & Confidence | Alexis Andra

    Peptides, healing, confidence, and nervous system support all come together in this deeply vulnerable episode of Loop Podcast with Alexis Andra. Alexis Andra opens up about surviving a traumatic gas station fire at just 8 years old, enduring more than 20 surgeries, and spending years hiding her scars and pain from the world. What started as trauma and shame eventually became a journey of healing, confidence, faith, and purpose. Stephanie and Alexis dive into the emotional realities of divorce, identity, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and learning how to stop shrinking yourself to make others comfortable. They also discuss peptides, mitochondrial health, GLPs, mindset shifts, confidence, fitness competitions, and the importance of truly listening to your body. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing is not linear, confidence is built, and your story does not disqualify you from becoming who you’re meant to be. Topics discussed include: Surviving severe childhood trauma Burn recovery and body image Divorce, shame, and rebuilding identity Confidence and personal growth Nervous system healing Mindset and emotional wellness Peptides for recovery, inflammation, and optimization Fitness competitions and body transformation Entrepreneurship and burnout Faith, community, and healing Peptides discussed in this episode: GLP-1s / microdosing GLPs (metabolic + inflammation research) NAD+ (cellular energy + mitochondrial research) CJC-1295 (growth hormone support research) Ipamorelin (recovery + sleep research) MOTS-c (mitochondrial + metabolic research) Retatrutide (metabolic research) GHK-Cu (“Glow” peptide for skin + repair research)

    47 min

  5. May 21

    EP 55: How Grief Changes Your Body, Brain & Identity | Peptides, Healing & Widowhood | Michele Barnowski

    Peptides, nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and GLP-1 support are all explored in this deeply vulnerable episode of the Loop Podcast. Stephanie sits down with longtime friend and fitness instructor Michele Barnowski for one of the most emotional conversations yet. Michele shares her journey after unexpectedly losing her husband at 45, navigating grief while raising two children, and learning how chronic stress impacts the body, brain, hormones, and overall health. Together, they dive into the realities of widowhood, perfectionism in healing, nervous system dysregulation, therapy, somatic healing, and the role peptides played in helping Michele regain her energy, clarity, and resilience. Michele also opens up about the importance of community, why she joined the Loop coaching world, and how she’s now helping others through their own wellness journeys. This episode is raw, inspiring, heartbreaking, hopeful, and ultimately about rebuilding yourself after life completely changes. Topics discussed: Grief and trauma healingNervous system regulationChronic stress and inflammationGLP-1 microdosingBPC-157 and mitochondrial supportWidowhood and identity lossSomatic healing and therapyCommunity and wellnessFitness, hormones, and agingHealing through connectionPeptides discussed in this episode: NAD+ (energy + cognitive support research)GLP-1 / Loop Lean (metabolic health + inflammation support)BPC-157 (recovery + gut health research)SS-31 (mitochondrial support research)••MOTS-c (metabolic + mitochondrial optimization research)

    54 min

  6. May 14

    EP 54: Peptides, Burnout & Building Loop in Public | Dr. Sarah Sarkis Returns

    Peptides, burnout, wellness culture, and social media pressure… this episode gets real. In Episode 54 of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with returning guest Dr. Sarah Sarkis for an honest conversation about the emotional side of building a wellness brand in public while navigating peptides, business growth, social media scrutiny, leadership, and burnout. Steph opens up about the rapid growth of Loop, the pressure of running a health-focused company, dealing with Instagram bans and shadowbans, and the emotional toll that comes with constantly showing up online. Together, she and Dr. Sarkis unpack the complicated relationship between wellness culture, body image, ambition, perfectionism, and self-worth. They also dive into: The dangers of peptide misuse and misinformationWhy wellness is NOT one-size-fits-allThe pressure women face online around body imageLeadership, boundaries, and protecting your energyBurnout, overcommitment, and founder fatigueWhy community matters more than everThe future of Loop and peptide educationBuilding a business ethically in a crowded industryThis episode is vulnerable, reflective, funny, and deeply human. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, wellness enthusiast, peptide user, or simply someone trying to balance ambition with real life, this conversation will resonate. Peptides & Supplements Discussed GLP-1 peptides (metabolic health + weight management)Creatine (strength + recovery support)Amino acids (muscle recovery + protein support)Research peptides vs compounded peptidesPeptides for inflammation, recovery, and optimizationHair growth + skin support discussionsSignup for a free 3 month trial of the Loop Health membership here: www.loop.health

    1h 12m

  7. May 7

    EP 53: The Future of Spine Surgery Is Here | Peptides, AI & Minimally Invasive Healing | Dr. Jeffrey Roh

    Spine surgery is changing fast… and peptides may play a major role in the future of healing and recovery. In Episode 53 of Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Jeffrey Roh, MD, MBA, MSc of Excel Health to talk about minimally invasive spine surgery, AI in medicine, preventative healthcare, peptide therapy, and why the future of surgery may happen “through a needle.” Dr. Roh shares how traditional open spine procedures are evolving into highly advanced endoscopic surgeries with smaller incisions, faster recovery times, and less damage to the body. The conversation also dives into how peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 could potentially support recovery, reduce inflammation, and transform orthopedics and spine care in the years ahead. They also discuss:  • Why medicine is often slow to adopt innovation  • AI, robotics, and the future of healthcare  • Preventative healing vs reactive medicine  • Why peptides are gaining attention in orthopedics  • The overlap between regenerative medicine and surgery  • Recovering faster after injuries and operations  • Stem cells, biologics, and inflammation research  • The future of spine surgery technology  • Entrepreneurship in medicine  • Mountaineering, discipline, and personal growth If you’ve ever dealt with back pain, wondered about peptides, or wanted a glimpse into where modern medicine is heading, this episode is packed with insight. Peptides discussed in this episode: BPC-157 (recovery + inflammation research)TB-500 (healing + recovery research)GHK-Cu (skin + repair research)SBO1 / Spine BioPharma peptide research

    1h 1m

  8. Apr 30

    EP 52: Peptides Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All… Here’s What Actually Works | Telehealth Mistakes + Custom Protocols | Anthony Castore

    Peptides aren’t one-size-fits-all—and that’s exactly why most people aren’t getting results. In this episode of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with returning guest Anthony Castore for Part 2, diving deep into the real strategy behind peptide protocols, telehealth pitfalls, and why personalized coaching matters more than ever. If you’ve ever felt like peptides “aren’t working” or you’ve been handed a generic plan with no real support, this conversation breaks down exactly why. Steph and Anthony unpack: Why cookie-cutter peptide protocols failThe biggest mistakes happening in telehealth right nowHow to actually build a personalized peptide planWhy “less is more” when it comes to training and recoveryThe truth about GLPs—and why they don’t work for everyoneHow mitochondria health impacts everything from energy to fat lossThey also walk through a real case study of a perimenopausal woman struggling with fatigue, hormones, and plateaus—and how dialing in her protocol, lifestyle, and training changed everything. This episode is part education, part reality check, and part roadmap for anyone serious about optimizing their health the right way. Because at the end of the day—it’s not about doing more… it’s about doing what actually works for your body. Peptides discussed in this episode: SS-31 (mitochondrial support research) MOTS-c (metabolic + longevity research) Tesamorelin (fat metabolism + GH signaling research) Ipamorelin (recovery + GH pulse support research) CJC-1295 (growth hormone support research) Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune support research) 5-amino-1MQ (metabolic support research)

    1h 15m
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A podcast exploring peptides, women's health, longevity strategies, and modern wellness—through real conversations and lived experience. Hosted by Stephanie Gambetta, The Loop Podcast breaks down what’s actually working when it comes to feeling better, aging well, and taking ownership of your health.

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