I work from home and spend a lot of time at my desk! After lots of research, I've found these stretches that will help you say goodbye to the aches and pains from sitting for an extended amount of time.
When a migraine hits, you can't think, you can't move, and fluorescent lights feel like a personal attack. If you've tried pressing a frozen bag of peas on your forehead in a dark closet while questioning every life choice, this list is for you. Took me two years of trial and error to land on products that actually cut my attack time in half, so save yourself the suffering.
My favorite over the counter products for mild-moderate dry eye that I use myself and recommend regularly as someone that works in eyecare. This information does NOT constitute medical advice, treatment recommendations, or professional healthcare guidance. Always consult with your qualified, eyecare provider and inform them about all supplements, and health products you are taking or plan to take.
If you experience panic attacks or anxiety, this Anxiety E-Kit is great for grounding you back to your senses and calming your mind. There are lots of different names for these kits. I call it an E-Kit because I work as an ER social worker and that's what we call kits that we send with patients for emergencies in the short term. Start working with your anxiety, instead of against it!
For the type 1 diabetics out there, whether you are newly diagnosed or a long-time diabetic. This list includes the devices and tools I use to monitor my blood sugar, my preferred emergency snacks, and my low-carb snacks for those who like to eat throughout the day without having to take insulin or worry about fluctuating blood sugar
*This list contains affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission when you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you.* I'm over 40 and my health and nutrition are a top priority. These supplements keep me feeling my best. I want to do everything I can to boost my longevity and healthy aging!
Items to help lower the toxic load around your home, on your skin and body. Research shows that the average woman uses 12 cosmetic products composed of 168 chemical ingredients daily. Research indicates that not all of these chemical ingredients may be safe for human use (ref: environmental working group)!! See low-tox products for cleaning, eating and body If you know of any great low-tox brands that you love, please share them 🤍
Looking to increase your protein intake? Low calorie meals / foods? Increase your overall nutrition intake? Take a look through this list of grocery finds to add to your own personal list!
This is from a video I watched on YouTube from The Egg Whisperer Show. I'm not a doctor- I utilized what made sense to me and what I could afford. (I had low ovarian reserve so I needed "anti-aging" of my eggs and I quit alcohol, tobacco, and decreased caffeine to less than 100mg a day.) I hope it helps!
When the cold & flu season hits your house, I got you! Back to school + the weather changing means everyone will eventually be down for the count. Sadly, being mom means you have to take care of everyone first and then yourself! These products should help with that!
Comfort and care for every stage of the journey 🤎 My favorite pregnancy and postpartum finds—from comfy clothes and everyday essentials to recovery must-haves that help make those first weeks a little easier.
Lots of different products that might make your life a bit easier if you're chronically ill or disabled including adaptive clothing, mobility aids, and other accessibility devices. I haven't personally tried most of these specific products, but they have great reviews and I can see them all being really helpful!
Looking for the best WFH ergonomic setup to eliminate lower back aches, upper spine tension, and neck strain? Sitting for 8+ hours at a remote desk job causes poor posture habits, compressed spinal disks, tight hip flexors, and daily physical fatigue. This curated home office guide features high-impact, problem-solving posture correctors, lumbar support cushions, active seating, and height-adjustable risers. Discover how to align your spine, relieve chronic desk pain, and build a comfortable, posture-friendly work-from-home setup for long workdays.
As someone who's hit perimenopause and dealing with vaginal issues, I wanted to share some products that have been helpful for me.
(Some (not all) links are affiliate links.)
The outdoors are only fun if you aren't getting bitten alive or burnt to a crisp. If you're anything like me, not only are you worried about about the sun and those pesky bugs, but you think its important to know which chemicals you're putting on your family's skin! I have done research and testing with my own herd and here are the products I like the best.
Over the years I've come across some products that have helped me, my friends & my family cope with stress & anxiety. I hope you find them just as useful as we do.
As a 50+ woman who was sick with Lyme for 15 years I know a thing or two about pain, neuro damage, brain dysfunction, rage, isolation (all the fun things that come with being chronically unwell) and the management of all these things and more. Now that I can function I care for my 80 year old mother who is a hemi-pelagic with damage from brain radiation as well as my ASD son. Whether you have pain from an condition or from a well adventured life; I hope these aides bring you relief.
I've been on a PCOS journey for the past year getting off hormonal BC and these are just some things I have found along the way that have tremendously helped me! They are small habits that I've added into my routine to support my detox system and hormone regulation :)
Our family has known a few nurses who work straight through the holidays, so I paid close attention to what they actually reach for. This is the short list I would buy from if I were shopping for one.
Do you know what is in your supplements? I was surprised to know that some supplements can be filled with extra ingredients and are less effective. This list here to show you some of my favorite brands and supplements. Please do your own research!
When you're under the weather, having the right essentials can make all the difference. These must-haves have helped me rest, hydrate, and recover swiftly.
As someone who has developed severe motion sickness in the past year , ive tried pretty much any and every tip, trick and thing you can buy to try to combat motion sickness as i get it when im in the car no matter what not just on long drives. Motion sickness is so tricky and terrible to deal with but here are a few things that i feel have helped me.
As a non-Hodgkin's lymphoma survivor, I know firsthand how long and exhausting chemotherapy treatments can be. These are the comfort items and essentials that I personally used throughout my treatment to help make those long infusion days a little easier. I hope my recommendations can bring you the same comfort and support they brought me during my journey.
These are my daily vitamin supplements as a first time 41yr old. I truly found the magnesium supplements to be a game-changer for my mental focus and deep sleep. Let me know what supplements you can't live without!
That 2pm wall where you can barely keep your eyes open, the shaky hands before lunch, the brain fog after a normal meal. I spent a year thinking I just needed more coffee before I started actually tracking my glucose. If you're tired of guessing why your energy disappears at random, this is the gear and food strategy that gave me answers.
Wellness, Health & Beauty. My Must haves for every morning and evening this fall. You will thrive with these too.
Includes my go-to for hydration, calm, energy, and even more.I take most of these EVERY single day.
Dragging yourself through every week on caffeine and willpower alone hits different when you realize it doesn't have to be that way. If you're the person who crashes by Wednesday, skips meals, sleeps terribly, and keeps saying ‘I’ll start taking care of myself next month' — I was you for three years. Took me a lot of trial and error to land on the stuff that actually moved the needle, so here's the shortcut I wish someone handed me.
My ostomy must haves - these are things that I have found to be so helpful when I have peristomal skin irritations. I also have included some of the products I use to apply my pouching system as well as things I use to remove my pouching system
2 years ago I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer and had surgery, chemo & radiation. I relied on fellow breast cancer thrivers & survivors on social media for recommendations on what I would need to get through it. That’s why I made this list. One place you could go to find what you need. I personally used everything listed when going through treatment. 💕
Struggling with chronic fatigue? Discover 15 proven fixes for constant tiredness, including lab tests, sleep tech, supplements, and energy-boosting tools.
A little peace of mind goes a long way when life throws curveballs. This list is packed with smart, comforting, and practical things to have on hand when you need them most. Think of it as your “just in case” kit for whatever comes your way.
As one of my mom’s caregivers, I wanted to create a list of the ALS caregiving products, mobility aids, respiratory equipment, comfort items, and daily living tools that have genuinely helped her. These recommendations come from her physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, doctors, and our own experience caring for her at home. We have tried many products that did not work for her, so I am only including items she has actually used and found helpful. ALS is a progressive disease, and a person’s needs can change over time, so not every item will be appropriate for every stage or every patient. However, everything included on this list made a meaningful difference for my mom at some point in her ALS journey. Sending lots of love to all persons with ALS and caregivers of people with ALS. I am hopeful that there will be a cure one day. ***As with anything on Benable, I earn a very small royalty from purchases made here, but I wouldn't recommend anything I haven't bought for my own mom. This platform just seemed like a great method for sharing recommendations! Any money I earn here goes right back into supporting my mom***
Post surgery can be hard to navigate, I’m here to hopefully make it a little easier! These things help make daily life a little more manageable after such a big lifestyle change.
While your journey is an adventure in itself to get to the park, it is also important to rest well and take care of your health along the way and during the season, to prevent sickness, have good health to support your workload, and enjoy the employee pub parties too. These items will help you be your best self :)
I am gluten free, sugar free, try to watch the soy I consume and try to limit processed foods. I am not perfect in my eating, but try to be careful in what I consume. These items are must have in my health arsenal.
Looking for supplements that actually work with your GLP-1 journey? This curated list was hand-picked by me—a registered dietitian and GLP-1 user—featuring the exact products I personally take and trust. Each one was chosen to support real-world needs like nutrition, digestion, and muscle maintenance, so you don't waste money on products that are low quality or don't work..
Losing weight while juggling work, kids, and everyday life isn’t easy—but these are the products that help me stay consistent. From meal prep and hydration to workouts and quick, high-protein meals, these are my everyday essentials that make healthy habits feel realistic
As a fellow dry eye sufferer, I’ve dealt with so many eye appts, reddit threads, and endless research on how to improve my quality of life. These are all of my favorite products that have made a significant difference in my dry eye. (Ask your doc before taking any new supplements!)
Discover a collection of essential items to ease the daily challenges of living with chronic health issues, such as Lyme, Mold Toxicity, Fibro, EDS, Long Covid, Autoimmune, and Inflammatory Disorders, and more.
Some products don't get used every day—but when you need them, you're really glad they're already in the house. This collection is filled with wellness staples, gut health support, household backups, supplements, allergy relief, batteries, laundry essentials, and those just-in-case products that save a last-minute trip to the store. Whether you're stocking a family medicine cabinet, building a wellness shelf, or simply trying to stay prepared for life's little surprises, these are the kinds of products that quietly earn a permanent spot in the house. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases. #ad
Nobody tells you that sitting down will feel like a punishment for two straight weeks. I spent my third trimester researching strollers and forgot to prepare for the part where my body needed serious recovery help. If you're pregnant, just had a baby, or know someone about to, grab these before the due date. Future you will send a thank you card.
These are things that I will be using for my Medical Assistant practicals. The brands may vary from what I have but were all necessary to do practicals or for the aesthetics.
That 2pm slump where you stare at your screen re-reading the same email four times — I lived there for years. Coffee stopped working, power naps made it worse, and I was basically a zombie from lunch until 5pm. These are the apps, gadgets, and small purchases that turned my midday meditation habit from something I rolled my eyes at into the reason I actually finish my to-do list. If you're a desk worker who hits a wall every afternoon, save yourself the two years of trial and error I went through.
Neurodivergent people struggle with carrying extra energy, emotions, and sensory input without a healthy outlet. For many ADHD and autistic adults, sensory stimulation isn’t for casual fun it’s the only thing that keeps us from a melt down (internally exploding.)
What looks like a “toy” to someone else can actually be a lifesaver for us. These sensory tools can help with focus, productivity, mood support, stimming, and emotional regulation, especially during high stress.
This list includes my favorite sensory tools for neurodivergent adults that help ground the body, calm the nervous system, and make everyday environments, outings, and learning more tolerable, while also boosting mood and comfort.
For women with Rheumatoid Arthritis& Lupus & Raynaud's. I have RA & SLE. I also have Raynaud's Disease which is basically frostbite, but your body causes it to “protect” the rest of your body. These items would make great gifts for sufferers, too
My go-to drinks for a busy workday are anything that gives me a good mix of energy and/or protein. I usually reach for something with a little natural caffeine or a protein boost to help me stay focused and fueled throughout the day.
Sharing the supplements that have been part of my wellness and weight-loss journey! From supporting my daily wellness routine to helping me stay on track with my goals, these are some of the products I’ve personally tried and loved. 🩷 Whether you’re focusing on feeling your best, building healthier habits, or supporting your fitness journey, I hope you find something helpful here
With my work schedule (12hr midnights/ swing schedule), it’s hard to always eat healthy and get all the proper nutrition in every day. Here is a list of supplements and vitamins I take. I started this regimen about 6 months ago, I have noticed a significant improvement in my mental health and overall health. You will notice, a lot of these are gummies, this is because I don’t love to swallow pills. This is just a personal preference. I also added in something that I started using to help with my physical health.
Please note, this is not medical advice as I am not a doctor—just sharing what has worked for me personally.
If you’re into cleaner ingredients and trying to support your energy, workouts, and recovery without overcomplicating things, this is what I’ve been reaching for. After dealing with low energy and rebuilding my strength, I started paying more attention to what actually helps especially around iron, daily nutrients, and recovery support on a plant-based diet. Women especially over the age of 40 need to supplement their workouts more than ever so here's a quick cheat sheet!
The below are things that helped me get stronger, stay consistent, and not completely regret my choices while doing it. If it survived my standards, it’ll survive yours.
Whatever stage in your TTC/IVF journey you're in, I'm sorry you're a part of the club. I hope this list will help you lessen the decision fatigue – and do also know you're not alone!(While your clinic will equip you with everything you truly need, these extras are worth it, as it's the little things that can really make a difference in your journey.)
This board is for products that I love to use to help me get as much nourishment as I possibly can while, taking care of my body through movement and self-love
Just a disclaimer- this is not medical advice!!! Always check with your doctor before adding supplements. Here are some migraine products that have worked for me and that I recommend to patients
Hot flashes are the worst & unfortunately you dont know how bad they are until you experience it for yourself! These are items that will help get you through those flashes of extreme heat
I have suffered from TMJ for years and the vast majority of products for it are junk or dangerous. These are some things that really help with my symptoms
I like to tackle problems with data - and books help me out with that a lot. There are so many related to type 2 diabetes, keto diet, paleo diet...it's a bit much - so I'll break it down to ONLY my favorites!!
These Items I still use now and love. Alot of things Post Op are trial and error and everyone's journey is different so take my recommendations with a grain of salt but use them as a starting point of Ideas to help you along your journey.
Love love these supplements to help me feel good in perimenopause and dealing with endo and PMDD. Healing my body has required high quality targeted supplements. These are the ones I'm using to feel my best over 40! As an affiliate, and Amazon associate, I benefit from purchases made through my links, and no extra cost to you.
These are my must haves for managing my type one diabetes! Dexcom G7 and Tandem T-Slim X2 pump. I’m not huge on needing every little thing out there, but these are tried and true.
Slimming & Weight Loss Support - my favorite sensible picks for a leaner, healthier routine: meal replacement shakes and low-sugar protein bars, green tea and fiber supplements like Metamucil, a digital food scale, a smart bathroom scale, a large insulated water bottle, an air fryer, a jump rope, a yoga mat, resistance bands, a fitness tracker, and meal-prep containers. (No miracle diet pills or fat burners with drug-like claims.)
i love dental hygiene and optimizing my routine for better oral health
*i am not a medical professional, these are just things i enjoy using and have found success with*
That tight, uncomfortable feeling after literally every meal got old fast. I spent a year cycling through probiotics, digestive enzymes, and gut health supplements before landing on a lineup that actually made a difference. If you're the person who has to unbutton your jeans after lunch at your desk, this is the list I wish someone handed me twelve months ago.
These products I highly recommend to supplement hands-on treatment for pelvic health symptoms for easy, at-home use with directed guidance from our sessions for proper self-management and optimal pelvic health.
Preconception health has become an important part of my health journey. I would love to have a family one day, and in my opinion it’s never too early to get started on planning and optimizing your health and fertility! Here’s a list of some of my favorite things I’ve found on this journey so far
I’m newly postpartum and these are all of the things that have helped my experience SO much. A lot of these items are things I have ordered at 2 am … I wish I knew I would have wanted/needed some of these things
I spent two years cycling through melatonin, white noise machines, and everything in between before I finally found the combination that actually got me eight solid hours. This list is for the overthinkers, the perimenopausal night owls, and anyone whose brain simply refuses to shut down at bedtime. Walk away with a complete, tested sleep toolkit you can start using tonight.
It started with Graves’ disease and then went to Scleroderma, Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. I have it all but have great doctors and a lot of animals and people who keep me busy.
I have found most women with autoimmune disease are my type of women. We can multi task, volunteer, and love on everyone but we forget about ourselves. You need to take care of you, or it’ll all fall apart, but don’t let any disease stop you…go down kicking!
Ditch late-night doom-scrolling and fix your sleep hygiene with this curated guide to low-dopamine bedtime rituals. From warm amber ambient lighting and non-blue-light e-readers to tactile paper planners, zero-screen noise machines, and cozy tactile comforts, these 15 tested essentials will help you quiet a racing mind, eliminate eye strain, and build an intentional, screen-free wind-down routine.
Beauty & Health Finds: Supplements that have improved my cystic acne as Ive been suffering from hormonal acne/pcos for over a year🦋💞✨clear skin is definitely achievable. It starts from within first.
All the things that have helped me along my weight loss journey & helped me feel my best while doing it. Some exercise, some supplements & some kitchen essentials.