I am always looking for healthier or alternative options to help with day-to-day ailments and to keep my immune system supported and healthy! These are some of my go-to health supplements that myself and my family use regularly. These supplements have worked wonderful for us. Each person is different so please consult with your doctor before making changes.
I was diagnosed with R.A. in 2006 and it's been life changing. The pain can be debilitating at times, and it really sucks to have to rely on my husband and others to help me with little things. Like opening a bottle of water, a package of food, etc. It hurts to chop food, pull my straight leg pants up, button anything. I recently discovered these tools to make my life easier. I created this list for others who might be experiencing the same things I am. I hope you will find something on this list that you didn't know about before that can help you live a better quality of life. This space will have tools, gadgets, resources and whatever I can find that might help you.
Everything I didn't know I needed to recover from my mastectomy surgery. Thankfully, my friends and family got me started with these must-haves for comfort, safety, and encouragement to heal!
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's 15 years ago. 13 years ago we discovered a small cancerous tumor on my thyroid and had it removed. I eat gluten free, take Armour Thyroid (mostly because I never felt good while on Synthroid/Levothyroxine) and I take supplements that help support my gut, liver and kidneys. I am human-sometimes I fall off the wagon of consistency with supplements, but when I feel my Hashimoto's starting to flare I go back on this regimen and it helps to calm everything down. In addition to supplements I practice hot yoga (the best detox IMO), practice diaphragmatic breathing to calm my Vagus nerve, use a rebounder periodically for lymphatic drainage and I have accupuncture one per month. It's frustrating to have to figure all of this out on my own, and it's not cheap, but there is nothing worse than feeling crappy and nothing better than feeling good so I do what I can to control what I can control
These chronic illness support tools help with pain management, fatigue, dizziness, joint instability, and daily symptom tracking. All items are non-medical tools that I personally use to conserve energy, improve mobility, and stay independent at home and on the go. Ideal for people with chronic pain, POTS, EDS, autoimmune conditions, or limited mobility looking for low-effort daily support.
MTHFR is a gene that provides the instructions for an enzyme of the same name, which converts dietary folate into its active form, methylfolate. When there is a mutation in the MTHFR gene, this conversion process can be less efficient, potentially impacting the body's ability to process folate and homocysteine. This can affect numerous bodily functions, including DNA repair, hormone metabolism, and the creation of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.
Here are my low-tox recommendations and essentials i’ve found through the years!
Because sometimes your body just needs a supportive squeeze — like a weighted hug for your blood vessels.
Compression gear can help with things like POTS, circulation, or even just feeling more “held together” when your nervous system is acting feral. BUT, not everyone vibes with compression (and in some cases it’s not safe — so always check with your doc before you go full sausage-casing chic).
On this list, you’ll find:
👖 Compression shorts, leggings, socks & sleeves
🛋 Alternatives for folks who can’t do compression but still need grounding (weighted blankets, cooling wraps, and other sneaky helpers)
🌀 Options that support without overstimulating your nervous system
Compression = one tool in the survival kit, not the whole toolbox. 🥰
I have spent the last 3 years on a quest to improve my PCOS symptoms. Consistency is hard, but below is a regmine I landed on that has led to the biggest reduction in my symptoms. These supplements combined with a gentle workout routine has helped me lose weight, kick cravings, majorly reduce hairloss, and feel better overall. Not everyone has access to the funds to take all of these supplements so I have organized in what I believe to be the most important and then the nice to haves. Take these changes slow to be sustainable change. Don't go buying every single thing reccomended thinking you will do it all at once all day everyday. Start small, build up…this will help you ID what actually helps you. Give everything six months.Don't be afraid to explore and find different options, but the supplements listed from WholesomeStory are specifically designed for folks with PCOS and infertility. They have the best combos to help. Something is better than nothing though, find what works for you!Most importantly, remember: FOOD IS NOT YOUR ENEMY AND RESTRICTING YOUR DIET AND BEING FEARFUL OF FOOD IS NOT GOOD FOR YOU. All it idoes is increase your anxiety and stress around eating, which elevates your cortisol…this just leads to more damage for your body and makes things worse than any particular food would
If you're on a weight loss journey, these are items I highly recommend to help meet your goals! Focus on high protein and be mindful of calories. Being consistent is the biggest key to losing weight.
I worked in a vitamin/supplement department for over 15 years and have always been SO passionate about helping others find what's best for embracing their optimal health. Over the years I have tried each and every one of the products on this list - and while it would be impossible for me to still take ALL of them, I still highly recommend them because of their unbeatable quality and how they worked so positively for me. Many of these are still in my seasonal and daily rotation!This section is for anyone looking for recommendations - and please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions because I would be so so so happy to help ☺️ **also please note that I am NOT a health professional and I only recommend specific supplements based on your doctors' recommendations**
These are items I have/am using to support losing weight and get through any side effects on my GLP-1 meds. I personally use these (or provide an alternative for what I do use as a cost saving measure) and would tell my bff about too, if they were on one. Down 56lbs so far🥳 #Amazoncommissionsearned
Let me help you meet your water goal because trust me, I struggle with it as well! This is how I get my water intake along with adding different things that help me stay healthy.
Taking care of yourself can be tiring and difficult some days, especially those of us who are chronically ill or disabled. These products help me feel fresh, clean, healthy, and more like myself!
i’m more of a finished basement type of lady if you know what I mean, these things are all essential in preventing my “flooding” or “headaches” associated with my basement. period care is so so important and if you don’t love the products you use for your period, I highly encourage a reusable option. and most definitely some other lady
I always had challenges with cavities and plaque buildup even though I took care of my teeth so much. As soon as I transitioned over to these products I haven’t had any problems since. The transition happened over the course of years as I gradually added things to improve my dental health more and more!
Hey, Elder Millennials…perimenopause is coming for us! These are the products that are saving me right now, or I expect to sustain me on the coming roller coaster. 😵💫
I’m in the process of slowly swapping out items in my home for their non toxic counterparts. I want to live a life with low toxin exposure as we’ve learn that can affect our overall health and hormones!
Books, supplements and mindfulness to help you on your well aging Menopause Journey! This can be such a challenging time , let's go through it together- I'm here to help!
Perimenopause starts earlier than you think and lasts longer than you want to know. It will make you sweat at night, get overheated for no reason, gain weight that refuses to come off and struggle to sleep. If you have any symptoms that started mysteriously and you're older than 40 (and sometimes even younger), there's a good chance it's menopause-related (ever had vertigo?)! Here are some things that have helped me along my perimenopause coping journey. Get comfortable, it's going to be about ten years.
POV: it’s day 1 of your cycle and you’re not canceling life… but you are romanticizing survival. I live with endometriosis, and flare days require strategy. This list is what I personally use to manage pain, inflammation, and energy dips without fully spiraling. It’s not medical advice — just lived experience and the small supports that make a real difference for me.
Whether you’re getting over a cold, nursing sore muscles from the gym, or finishing up just another day getting older, a good old-fashioned soak can do wonders for aches and pains (and the healing process)! Here are some of my favorite products to add to a recovery bath.
Discover my healthy grocery haul for weight loss filled with high protein, low calorie foods that actually taste good! I’ll be updating this list regularly with the exact items I’ve used on my own weight loss journey. These are the groceries I buy to make easy, affordable, and balanced meals that support fat loss while keeping me full.
🍎 Perfect for anyone looking for:
• Weight loss meal ideas
• Healthy grocery shopping lists
• High protein, low calorie foods
• Simple meal prep and snack inspiration
Follow along as I continue to add more of my favorite items and share the meals I make with them!
In March of 2023 I had a heart attack at the age of 53. I woke up at 1:00am and knew instantly what was happening. 6 months later I needed a CABG x 2. This was the scariest time in my life. This list entails everything from symptoms, healing, health & wellness as well as how I navigate life with CAD.
If you aren't taking care of YOURSELF, then who is???? These self-care items will have you wondering how you lasted so long WITHOUT them. We are in our self-care, soft life era. Life is hard enough, so add these items to make living a bit more luxurious.
🫙this is my personal lineup of supplements and rituals i use consistently to support my digestion, hormones, hair growth, energy, and sleep—through a holistic and plant-based lens.
as a certified holistic nutritionist, i’ve tried a lot over the years. this list includes what i actually stick with because it works—like magnesium for sleep, omega-3s for brain + skin, probiotics for gut health, and herbs for stress + hormone support. many of these I've used for multiple years now.
whether you’re new to supplements or looking to upgrade your stack, this is a great place to start. simple, gentle, and powerful. 🤍
⛲️🧠 wellness products that have helped me over the years. This is a curated collection of the wellness essentials I love most—handpicked to support balance, self-care, and everyday wellbeing.
Supplements and items that help me keep up with mom life 🙌 Energy, mood, immune support, and everyday wellness essentials — because we can’t pour from an empty cup.
Whether you are stressed, have a chronic condition or struggle with your mental health, self care is a must. Having a self care kit helps remind you that there are things you are able to do. Some I carry with me, some I keep next to my bed or somewhere nearby. Here are my favorites.
A curated collection of tools, garments, and supportive products I trust as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. These are the items I rely on every day to help manage swelling, improve lymphatic flow and support long-term tissue health.
I am a girl who struggles with stress, fatigue and tension headaches (the worst), these have been a huge help in my life for a better mood, recovery and sleep.
I have multiple cold plunges and have had several models over the years. Benefits of cold water immersion include pain relief, weight loss, increased immunity, improved recovery, enhanced energy, and great sleep. Here's everything you need to get started.
My favorite PMDD & hormone support picks, evidence-informed supplements, cycle care, sleep and stress tools. Curated for women’s health, mood, and energy.
My life has always been an active lifestyle but, after being my mom’s primary caretaker through cancer twice, I decided to take care of the rest of my health as well! Here’s some things I’ve loved and made my life easier (or just made me smile🤷🏻♀️). ps I never tell myself ‘no’ if I want something but, I don’t eat things out of feeling bad for saying no anymore and it’s GREAT!
I've been diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which has contributed to a range of different health issues (largely, joint and muscle pain). Here are some of the items that help me get through the bad days
These are my favorite small businesses that I love to support! There's suggestions anywhere from wellness to the outdoors! Try some of these products and let me know how you like them! Hope you love them as much as I do!
If you struggle to drink water everytime or always forgot to drink. This is a sign you need to buy a cute bottle and you will find yourself wanted to drink more more and more every minute. The bonus is your body will be hydrated💦
Everywhere you turn, experts are telling you to eat this, not that, or take a supplement to feel a million times better. But who has the time—or the money—to figure it all out? Using my science background and extensive research, I’ve simplified what truly makes the biggest impact on my health. Here’s what works.
🌱💪🏻 That's right, we can be plant-based/vegan and strong AF! I get about 120-145 grams of protein a day and these are some of the things I use to meet that goal.
As you get older its like a whole new level unlocked that you have to navigate thru. These are items that help me feel good and help me take care of myself as I get older.
I was diagnosed with PCOS last year. And I’m sure you guys know how hard it is to manage with so little information out there and every doctor only recommending the pill.
This is my list to help manage the symptoms of PCOS from skincare to supplements to dealing with thick stubborn hair. My worst enemy! I only have affordable products here as younger me was definitely not in the position to buy too much stuff.
This is the list I wish 16 year old me had that 19 year old me knows now!! I hope this helps you beat your symptoms.
I have tried a variety of products for the purpose of making nursing school life easier. These are the products I'd definitely recommend to my fellow nursing girlies as a student working part time in healthcare!
Here are my favorite herbal teas, green teas, and supplements for when I need a natural remedy! All of these have many benefits, but I put them under the category of what I use them for!
A list of my must-haves for a comfortable & worry-free Laparosocpy recovery. You do not have the purchase anything from this list, you can simply use it as a checklist when packing your own hospital bag! ☺️
These products all help me so much with my quality of life as a chronically ill person. I've been disabled for 10 years now, so I'm sharing everything I have found over the years that has been very helpful for me, and I hope some of these things will help you too!
Staying healthy doesn't have to be complicated. These are my everyday wellness staples–simple, effective, and actually worth keeping around. From hydration to sleep support to muscle recovery, these picks help you feel better with minimal effort.
I have found QIgong to be exceptionally therapeutic and healing. I have tried many teachers. I only follow 4 regularly now. I will also share some of my favorite classes.
Each of these items make up my daily routine that keeps my engine running and my health in top top shape. This girls bloodwork says I am almost 10 years younger than my biological age.
2025 is the year I focus on myself and my health so I can be my best version! I have been doing home workouts and altering my diet to be filled with protein and less processed foods! I’m making changes for life and not a temporary fix. Here are just things that have helped me!
These vitamins and supplements helped change my life, Whether it be from gut health to daily essentials to workout supplements. These are my ride or die products.
I haven't found a single ‘perfect’ collagen, because I have found many great and many not so great option. Here are my raw notes on taste, mixability, and the pros & cons so you can choose the one that fits you best.
A busy wfh mom that believes in keeping fit and healthy! Here are all my items that I use to keep active. I also strength train at a local gym 3x per week. Please prioritize yourself, health is wealth!
Busy schedule? No time to cook? Huel has been my go-to secret for staying energized, nourished, and on track — without sacrificing time or taste. From protein-packed shakes to complete meals, these products are designed to fuel your body and simplify your day. Whether you’re working, training, or just trying to eat better, this list features my Huel favorites that deliver convenience and real nutrition.
Whether you’re a gym-goer, a home workout warrior, or just starting your wellness journey, these Amazon health finds are game-changers. These Amazon health finds will help you crush your goals, stay consistent, and make wellness a part of your everyday routine.
We all know it’s coming… stuffy noses and coughs 🤒 No matter what I do, I get a cold (or worse) during the Fall/Winter. Ugh. Time to stock up so you don’t have to make the trek to the pharmacy while your under the weather.
Fitness interests to help keep motivated, strong and healthy.
I have found having a variety of activities that I enjoy to help with consistency, plateaus and mental health
These supplements I have added to my daily/weekly routine and have noticed great improvements in my energy and endurance for the day. My immune system is performing well, and I have remained in good health!
Hydration is the process of making your body absorb water or other liquid. It is very important to stay hydrated. Drinking water is essential to keeping your body functioning properly and feeling healthy. Here I have shared my recommendations for a great hydration station. Drink up!