Ouch! Just in the last few years I've suffered with dry eyes. Can you relate? If you know, you know. Here's my list of the best products I've found to be helpful plus some advice straight from the horse's (I mean, eye doctor's) mouth. (Be sure to check out the article for eye drops recalled by the FDA.)
I've tried nearly everything when it comes to managing chronic pain! This list is here to guide you through some of the most effective and natural ways I've found to manage it.
I am currently going through treatment for Breast Cancer. July of 2023, I unfortunately had to have a double mastectomy. I had both breasts removed and spent 6 weeks going through a very tough recovery. These Items I have listed, I COULD NOT HAVE LIVED WITH OUT. During recovery, anything that helps give you more comfort and makes things a little easier will be a godsend! you are not only recovering physically, you are recovering emotionally. Be kind to yourself, and let others help you!
This is not a glamorous list because, let’s face it, perimenopause is anything but glamorous. But these things will help you deal with some of the symptoms. My dr also put me on hormone replacement therapy, of which I am a huge proponent. It has changed everything!
Not a wellness guru. Just a tired mom trying to stay hydrated, regulate her nervous system, and not lose her mind 👏
These are the things that genuinely help.
*I’ll be updating as I find more stuff that’s actually worth it.
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. 🥰
Unfortunately the mass media doesn’t cover vitamins & supplements that keep you healthier. While yes the gym helps we often lack nutrients we need to help your organs, skin & immune systems. Here’s some ways I give my body what it needs. (I have used all of these listed)
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The shift essentials I rely on as a pediatric psych nurse — practical, durable, and actually helpful. These are the tools that make long days easier, safer, and more organized on and off the unit.
Curated for nurses, hospital staff, emergency responders, and late-night professionals navigating demanding shift schedules, long hours on their feet, and daytime sleep routines. This guide brings together high-utility shift essentials, circadian sleep aids, and restorative recovery gear designed to make grueling shifts and daytime rest periods manageable and comfortable.
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i feel i use these products more than anything. anxiety has been a core issue and i’ve been on my healing journey for a while now. so here’s my top products that help me get through each day a little better.
Treat yourself or your loved ones this holiday season with gifts that nourish the body, mind, and soul! From mindful self-care essentials to fitness must-haves, our health and wellness Christmas gift guide is packed with ideas to inspire a happier, healthier you. Whether you’re looking for organic skincare, natural supplements, relaxing aromatherapy, or eco-friendly yoga gear, this list has something for every wellness enthusiast. Perfect for stress relief, boosting energy and immunity, or simply creating cozy, mindful moments at home. Make this Christmas a celebration of well-being, self-care, and healthy living with gifts that truly give back to the mind and body.
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***
postpartum is a hard time && first time moms, it's hard to know what to expect! these items helped me through both my pregnancies! I always put together a little gift basket for my pregnant mom friends!
Every product you need to live your best healthy lifestyle! All the aesthetic workout outfits tools, fitness accessories and every thing else you might need to look and feel your best.
All our go-to vitamins and daily wellness essentials for both kids and adults 🌿💛 These are the products we actually use to support immunity, energy, and overall health — simple, trusted, and family-friendly.
Type 1 diabetes must-haves we actually use 🩵 CGM supplies, Omnipod essentials, low blood sugar snacks, diabetes bags, site-change favorites, patches, cases, and everyday T1D products that make life a little easier.
I'm taking the slower, realistic approach to weight loss—better food, more movement, and products that make healthy habits easier to stick with. These are the apps, workout clothes, supplements, and health tools I've found helpful or worth checking out along the way. No magic fixes, just things that can make the journey a little easier.
Taking care of yourself is one of the best investments you can make. Over time, I've discovered that the right products can truly support a healthy lifestyle, glowing skin, and a motivated mindset. This list brings together some of the essentials that help me stay active, confident, and consistent in my daily routine. Each item here represents something that adds value to everyday life - whether it's skincare that helps you glow, fitness tools that keep you moving, or wellness essentials that support balance and relaxation. If you're looking for simple but powerful ways to care for yourself and stay motivated on your journey, these are beautiful little helpers worth exploring.
This is my little space for calm — things that help me slow down, clear my head, and feel grounded again when life gets too loud. Each item here reminds me to breathe, rest, and recharge emotionally.
Between chronic illness and just trying to feel my best, gut health has become a real priority for me. These are the supplements and staples that actually made a difference instead of just sitting in the cabinet unused.
My favorite high protein snacks and supplements that are GOOD FOR YOU! We all want to boost our protein intake in this new year - here’s how you’re gonna do it without compromising on flavor and harmful ingredients.
I’m a bedside nurse sharing the items that genuinely make long shifts easier, more comfortable, and more organized. These are products I personally use, recommend, or think are actually worth the money. If it’s on this list, it helped me survive a shift at some point.
Finding the right protein powder took me years of trial and error. From chalky textures and stomach discomfort to brands that actually made a difference in recovery and strength — not all protein powders are created equal. This list is a carefully curated collection of globally trusted protein powder brands that athletes, gym-goers, and everyday users rely on in the US and EU. Whether you’re building muscle, maintaining lean mass, or simply trying to hit your daily protein intake, these options deliver quality, taste, and proven results.
When I was consistent with these vitamins, my cycle was actually on schedule. At have had irregular periods for a few years now (I’m 36.) we just conceived! (6 months of trying but only our first try with the app and tests!
Everything I’ve used (or loved learning about) during my TTC journey. From vitamins and ovulation tools to wellness must-haves that support your body and mind. Whether you’re just starting or deep in your journey, this list is full of products that have helped me feel more supported and informed.
As someone who is very passionate about a combined lifestyle of modern and traditional medicine, here are some recommendations of products i love to use! Some will be general, that everyone can use, and others will be specific to conditions and illness I live with!
My favorite products & recommendations for nontoxic swaps for transitioning to a more holistic and healthy lifestyle🌻
(This list contains discount codes for you and affiliate links; if you buy through one of these links I may earn a commission, and for some recs I’ve included a special discount code for you!)
💉✨ The Ultimate Nurse Essentials List — Because Surviving a 12‑Hour Shift Should Feel Legendary ✨👟
Calling all nurses, night‑shifters, charting warriors, and hallway sprinters! This curated Nurse Essentials list is your new best friend — a handpicked collection of gear that keeps you comfy, prepared, and just a little bit fabulous while you save lives like the superhero you are.
A curated collection of autoimmune-friendly essentials designed to support daily comfort, energy, and routines. From supplements and cozy clothing to household items and gentle wellness tools, these picks are made to support autoimmune needs with ease and intention.
A calming collection of go-to products that help you reset, unwind, and feel like yourself again—no matter how overwhelming life gets. These are my personal comfort essentials for protecting your peace and recharging your energy. Please talk to your doctor before taking any supplements. This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them — at no extra cost to you.
As someone who has always hated how tampons and pads feel, I'm so glad there are so many great options now! These are the options I found that have been most comfortable to me in addition to products that just make having a uterus less of a pain.
If you have been thinking about doing a heavy metal detox, this was a gentle detox I did and these were all the supplements I used and recommmend the cleanse. I had great results doing this cleanse and my fears of how brutal detoxes and cleanses can be but these supplements worked and I felt the results without all the nasty side effects due to taking the right supplements to nourish your body.
Hey, I'm no doctor so please don't take this as medical advice. Let's beat belly fat together. Seems like the older you get the more important it becomes. Belly fat is actually dangerous to your health. Diet, rest and excercise help too…
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*
Those that get it, GET IT! Its hard to find things that take away the pain completely, but these things can make migraines at least a little bit more bearable
This section contains all products that I find to be helpful not only for my counseling clients, but for myself. I use these products all the time to create that zen feeling at home, and it works like a charm.
Your go-to guide for feeling your best—inside and out. From protein faves to meal prep must haves, these are my favorite nutrient dense foods and supplements that I can share with full confidence in their quality and taste.
If you live in a body that cracks, creaks, or dislocates for fun (hi, bendy babes 👋🏼), this list is for you. These are my ride or die products that keep me functioning, flaring less, and feeling more supported. From braces to comfort tools, I’ve tried a lot and these are the ones that helped me most.💛
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.
Are you sick of energy drinks and coffee? Or are you looking out for your health? Look no further! Even as a college student, I get tired of energy drinks and coffee. On this list, I have alternatives that taste great, and make you feel amazing!
Whether you love drinking matcha, doing yoga, or picking out your next incense, here is a list of items with clean ingredients to add to your wellness collection.🍃🪷
Some of my favorite items for my spoonie and chronic illness peeps. I have EDS (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome), POTs (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome), Trigeminal Neuralgia, and many more. The items on this list help me to live my day to day life.
My philosophy is the idea that you can either pay for your health now by investing in it by what you feed your body and how you exercise, or you can pay for it later with medical bills. So here are some healthy food items I use and love to help with my overall health!
The best gifts to get a friend who will be having hysterectomy surgery. A fun way to let them know you care and are thinking about them while getting them some very useful items!
My hubby and I struggled with infertility for multiple years. Trying to conceive can be both hopeful and heavy. This list includes gentle, supportive items meant to help you care for your body and heart while you wait.
This list runs the gamut of everything I keep to better my overall health. Whether I’m hitting my wellness goals from a nutrition, exercise, medical, or aesthetic angle, these products are tools I keep in my arsenal.
Essentials for New or Experienced Nurses! Are you a recently new grad RN? These are the things that have helped me get through my first few months as a new grad RN in the ER!
Creating time for self-care as a mum can sometimes feel impossible. These are the top ways/products that I believe can make a big difference to mums mental health and overall wellbeing. These are all based on what I've created and tried myself and shared with other mums.
Getting a good night's rest is one of the most important health habits of all. I love to relax in a warm bath and set the atmosphere for sleeping time. Dim the lights, use essential oils, listen to calming sounds and fall asleep to recharge your body. 🌛
Welcome to the Self Care Essentials list! This curated collection is designed to help you relax, recharge, and take care of yourself, inside and out. Whether you're looking for ways to unwind after a long day, nourish your body, or cultivate mindfulness, you'll find the perfect items here. Treat yourself to the care you deserve!
As an insomniac myself, these are the only tools that truly help me find rest. From calming comforts to sleep aids, each item is chosen to make nights a little easier🌙
Looking to take your solo play and sex life to the next level? Discover the top 10 mind-blowing male sex toys and masturbators designed for intense, body-shaking orgasms in 2024. From high-tech masturbation machines and vibrating strokers to app-controlled couples toys and prostate massagers, this list covers the latest and greatest innovative pleasure products. Featuring premium brands like Lelo, Fleshlight, Kiiroo and more, you'll find detailed reviews and affiliate links to upgrade your bedroom fun. Unlock new realms of ecstasy with these must-have male masturbators and sex toys!
As a health-conscious doctor, I’m always looking for healthy ways to get enough protein. This list includes my favorite high-protein foods, supplements, and go-to snacks that make it easier to reach daily goals while keeping meals balanced and satisfying. Perfect for anyone who wants to boost their protein intake.
I used to have to lie down 3 times a day in all my 20s due to back pain. Especially low back pain. Nothing was able to fix it until I found what I recommend below. This is not sponsored. I found the book, took the classes in 2019, and since then, I have made changes in my lifestyle that made the pain go away for good. Now, I only have some neck pain when I forget to keep my good posture when working all day on my computer. This recommendation is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice; I am not liable for any outcomes resulting from the use of any products mentioned. Some (not all) are affiliate links, and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases on Amazon.
These are the healthier swaps I go for. Sometimes a little treat is all I need for a bit of dopamine. It’s not always chocolate or candy, now I feel that same satisfaction from my favorite healthy snacks and drinks. I’m SO GLAD more and more clean ingredient options are popping up everywhere!
As someone who has really bad anxiety and has struggled both physically and mentally from it , I’ve found that these products work best for keeping my mental safe and my body intact
I suffered from horrible vasospasm, letdown sadness, and had a bad bout of mastitis during my breastfeeding journey. These supplements helped me with my supply, and my overwhelm and pain during breastfeeding.
I unexpectedly ended up having emergency major open surgery on my stomach on December 23, 2025.
These are all the items that have helped me in the hospital as well as at home while I recover.
There's nothing worse than when one of my chronic illnesses flare up. Generally, I just have to ride them out in bed. But these are all the things I use to survive.
Ive always struggled with motion sickness since I was super little. Once I got pregnant, it got so bad I could barely be in the car for 5 minutes. We made frequent 8 hour trips between MO and TX, so I got really good and fighting it.
Spent my entire twenties winging it — bad sleep, worse finances, a kitchen full of takeout containers, and a body that started fighting back around 28. This is everything I slowly figured out after turning 30 that would've saved me years of frustration, wasted money, and Sunday scaries. If you're in your late twenties feeling like you're behind, or in your thirties finally getting your act together, this list is the shortcut I never had.
Landing after a long flight with swollen ankles and legs that feel like concrete bags — I lived that reality for years before figuring out which compression socks actually work at 35,000 feet. If you fly more than twice a year, sit at a desk all day, or just dread that puffy-leg feeling after travel, this is the lineup I tested across dozens of flights so you can skip the trial and error.
I know that when your going through treatment food just doesn't taste good. So here are some hydration and snacks to get you through when eating is hard.
Caring for my mother 24/7 in her home for years, with her never fully understanding her condition or my role in helping her, was both the most challenging and rewarding experience of my life. Every situation is unique, but I hope the insights and resources I’ve gathered here can offer some guidance, comfort, and support to those walking a similar path. Whether you’re just starting your caregiving journey or looking for new ways to help, I truly hope you find something here that makes a difference for you and your loved one.
Long shifts, busy schedules, and caring hearts deserve the right tools. This collection is packed with practical essentials, comfort items, organization tools, and self-care favorites designed to help caregivers stay prepared, comfortable, and energized whether working in assisted living, retirement communities, private duty care, or home health. From supportive shows to stress-relief essentials, these are the products caregivers actually use and appreciate every day.
It's been a surgery summer for us this year! Two daughters had their wisdom teeth removed and one had her tonsils removed just a month afterwards (at 18 years old). These are comfort items and easy foods that helped the recovery process go smoother. I hope this list helps anyone who may have an upcoming oral surgery! Happy healing!
I've been researching healthy swaps for daily household items for about a year now & I carefully created this list with the best options I've found so far. I'm eliminating as many household toxins as possible by swapping to sustainable, affordable, and, healthier options. Let me know if you've tried any of these and feel free to reach out with any questions! I'd love to hear from you!