I've been where you are. Hitting my mid-40s and entering perimenopause was incredibly rough. I felt like complete crap, almost dead inside. My doctor offered no solutions, stating, "it is perimenopause, nothing you can do!" I experienced weight gain, unexplained pains, acne, night sweats, bloating, constipation, anxiety, and heart palpitations – and that was on a good day.

But as a "nurse nerd," I refused to accept that. My journey began with researching peptides and biohacking. In late April, I became "Research Subject #1." I wasn't looking for a quick fix; I wanted sustainable results. My goals were to feel good, build lean muscle, and curb cravings. I started at 196 lbs, and through dedicated research and personal application of peptides, I reached my first goal of 155 lbs. My approach is rooted in personal experience and continuous fine-tuning.