Female Longevity Masterclass: Vaginal Estrogen, Red Light, Peptides, Stem Cells & Skin Health with Dr. Amy Killen

How much of what we call “aging” is actually preventable?From blood sugar imbalances and hormone shifts to sleep deprivation, stress, skin health, and muscle loss—women are often told these changes are just part of getting older. But what if there’s more we can do to support longevity, improve energy, and protect our health proactively?In this episode, Brigid sits down with regenerative medicine physician and longevity expert Dr. Amy Killen to unpack the science behind female aging, hormones, peptides, GLP-1s, red light therapy, stem cells, and the functional medicine strategies that actually matter for women’s health.What You’ll Learn In This Episode:Why women should begin tracking hormones and metabolic health in their 30sThe connection between blood sugar and accelerated agingEarly warning signs of perimenopause and low progesteroneWhy vaginal estrogen is often overlooked in women’s healthThe role of sleep, stress, and nervous system regulation in hormone healthWhat red light therapy actually does for skin health and mitochondriaThe truth about peptides, stem cells, and regenerative medicineHow GLP-1 medications impact body composition, inflammation, and longevityFunctional nutrition and lifestyle strategies that support healthy agingTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Functional Nutrition and Longevity02:58 Proactive Health Measures for Women in Their 30s06:12 The Shift from ER to Regenerative Medicine09:12 The Importance of Hormones in Women's Health12:04 Vaginal Estrogen and Its Role in Women's Health14:47 The Connection Between Estrogen and Gut Health18:00 Addressing Low Progesterone in Women20:48 Biohacking and Central Nervous System Health24:03 Red Light Therapy for Skin Health25:58 Exploring Red Light Therapy27:20 Understanding Peptides and Their Benefits28:34 Peptides for Weight Loss: Insights and Opinions30:59 The Role of GLP-1s in Metabolic Health34:27 Stem Cells: A New Frontier in Regenerative Medicine40:29 Skincare Strategies for Longevity44:02 The Future of Longevity Clinics and Hormone TherapyResources & Links:+ Watch the full episode on YouTube+ Get the Inflammation Guide here+ Dr. Amy’s Substack+ Dr. Amy’s Website+ Dr. Amy’s Instagram+ Join The Being Collective+ Brigid’s Website+ Brigid’s InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a review and share it with a friend who’s interested in hormones, functional medicine, anti-inflammatory nutrition, and eating for longevity.