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Welcome to the Live Well Collective Blog—where Megan Bendinelli, NP, shares her expertise, practical strategies, and the latest research to empower you on your wellness journey. Whether you're navigating hormonal changes, seeking metabolic balance, or looking for holistic approaches to optimal health, this is your trusted space for knowledge, guidance, and inspiration.

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The Metabolism–Skin Connection: How GLP-1 Medications Affect Your Skin (and What to Do About It)

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide, tirzepatide, and compounded peptides have been game-changers in the world of weight loss and metabolic health. But as more people experience the benefits of these therapies, a common—and often unexpected—question arises:

“Why is My Skin Changing?”

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Peptide Therapy 101: The Future of Regenerative Wellness, Recovery, and Hormone Support

If you're working on improving your metabolism, energy, recovery, or skin—and feel like the usual approaches just aren’t cutting it—you’re not alone. More and more people are turning to peptide therapy as a way to support their body’s natural healing, hormone production, and repair processes from the inside out.

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Megan Bendinelli Megan Bendinelli

Sexual Health as a Vital Sign of Aging Well

When people think about sexual health, they often limit the conversation to desire or performance. But in our practice, we look at something deeper: your sexspan—the length of time in your life that sex is comfortable, satisfying, and aligned with how you want to feel.

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Metabolic Health, Made Easier: How We Support Weight Loss Without the Overwhelm

The truth is that sustainable weight loss and metabolic health come down to working with your body, not against it. That means understanding your hormones, your inflammation, your insulin response, and your nervous system. It also means approaching wellness in a way that fits into your life—not one that takes it over.

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Reclaim Your Energy at Any Age

“I just can’t hang like I used to.” I am constantly hearing this in my practice. Aging is a natural part of life, but the gradual decline in energy that often comes with it can feel anything but natural. If you’ve noticed a dip in your stamina, focus, or drive as you’ve grown older, you’re not imagining things. Changes in your hormones, lifestyle, and overall health play a significant role in this shift—but the good news is that you don’t have to accept it as inevitable.

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The Different Types of Hormone Therapy Delivery Methods

Hormone therapy, a cornerstone in managing a myriad of conditions—from menopause and testosterone deficiency to thyroid disorders—boasts a variety of delivery systems. Each method has its own set of benefits, challenges, and suitability factors that can significantly impact patient experience and treatment effectiveness. Here's a rundown of the most common avenues:

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My Top 5 Tips to Extend Your Healthspan: A Healthcare Provider’s Perspective

As a devoted healthcare provider, and follower, in the field of longevity medicine, I've spent years exploring the intricacies of not just living longer, but living better. The concept of "healthspan" — the portion of our lives spent in good health, free from chronic diseases and debilitating conditions — has become a cornerstone of my practice. Today, I want to share with you my top five tips to enhance your healthspan, grounded in both scientific research and my personal experiences with patients.

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