What’s working, what’s worth skipping
12 episodes on the things nobody explains properly — peptides, creatine, magnesium forms, GLP-1 microdosing, HRT, coronary calcium scans, the Prolia rebound effect.
I'm Gina — testing supplements, workout routines, and science-backed tools to stay strong, sharp, and ageless, inside and out.
The Healing Peptides Your Doctor Probably Hasn't Told You About
Gina shares her personal experience using BPC-157 and TB-500 peptides to heal a stubborn toe injury after conventional methods failed. Peptides are short amino acid chains that act as the body's natural signalling molecules. BPC-157 is particularly effective for local tissue repair — tendons and ligaments — by encouraging new blood vessel growth and supporting gut health. TB-500 focuses on broader, body-wide support, promoting cell migration to injury sites and efficient tissue remodelling. The episode also covers safety and regulatory concerns, including discussion of theoretical cancer risk.
Peptides, and what the research actually shows
BPC-157 and TB-500 for tissue repair. GLP-1 agonists and what microdosing actually does. SS-31 and GHK-Cu next. Gina’s own results, the science behind them, and an honest accounting of the safety and regulatory questions — including the ones nobody likes discussing.
Episode 6 — GLP-1 Secrets the Media Is Not Talking About: Microdosing, Muscle Myths, and the Truth Behind the Transformation
Gina discusses the often-overlooked aspects of GLP-1 medications, particularly microdosing and its benefits. She shares her person…
Episode 12 — The Healing Peptides Your Doctor Probably Hasn't Told You About
Gina shares her personal experience using BPC-157 and TB-500 peptides to heal a stubborn toe injury after conventional methods fai…
Coming soon — More About Peptides (SS-31 and GHK-Cu)
Gina continues the discussion of the exciting world of peptides.…
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The Healing Peptides Your Doctor Probably Hasn't Told You About
Gina shares her personal experience using BPC-157 and TB-500 peptides to heal a stubborn toe injury after conventional methods failed. Peptides are sh…
Why Your Magnesium Might Not Be Working (Glycinate, Malate, Taurate Explained)
Gina discusses the importance of magnesium, its various forms, and how they impact different bodily functions — its significance in enzymatic reaction…
Why Stopping Prolia Can Backfire: The Rebound Effect
Gina discusses the implications of stopping Prolia, a medication used for osteoporosis, and the potential rebound effect. Drawing from personal experi…
Naupata Tree Eye Drops: Ancient Remedy for Clearer Vision
Gina explores the Naupata tree, a coastal plant used traditionally in Polynesia for eye health. After a personal experience using its berries as eye d…
Creatine: The Most Studied Anti-Aging Supplement You're Not Taking
Gina explores the benefits of creatine, particularly for those over 50 — how it functions as an energy source, its role in muscle preservation and cog…
Zone 2 + Weighted Vest = Ageless Secret Weapon
Gina explores the benefits of using weighted vests for improving bone health, cardio, balance, and muscle preservation. She discusses the science behi…
I’m Gina
A little bit about my background. I am 62 years old. I am married. I have five adult children and 10 grandchildren. I am also an Air Force veteran, and we live in Florida.
I never thought I would do wellness videos, but I'm passionate about sharing research-backed strategies for healthier living. So I decided to create this space called Ageless Island to talk about what's worked for me, and hopefully it'll help you too.