POTS necessities for all my girls on the struggle bus
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Food
Tools
Extra things
Food
Yummy salty foods
Vlasic pickles are my absolute fav, and in spear form? Yes, please! If I'm having an episode pickles make me feel so much better. There's so much sodium in them. When all the pickles are gone, I save the jar and just drink the pickle juice. Gross, ma...
Vlasic Pickles
Powerade zero sugar is a great drink to have to stay hydrated. Especially on hot summer days!
Powerade Zero
Such a good low-carb breakfast option. Quick and easy, too!
Blood pooling is the worst, so these socks are a hugeee help! I have a million pairs, and my blood pooling has gone way down.
Compression Socks for All-Day Comfort, Energy & Swelling
This little cup holder is so convenient! As a POTS girl, it's hard for me to constantly carry a purse or hold my phone constantly. This makes made my life 1000% easier.
Best Walker & Rollator Cup Holders
My absolute favorite ice-pack for cooling down, and of course aches and pains. You can also pop this one in the microwave to use as a heating pad!
Pack Ice Pack
Extra things
Extra little things that help a ton
Buoy drops are flavorless drops that I add into every single beverage! They give me quick hydration throughout the day and when I'm on the go. This is a POTS must.
Buoy | Ocean Electrolytes & Wild Foods
Thermo Tabs!!! My literal bestfriend! I take these as soon as a POTS episode is starting to hit. This is a super quick way to get salt fast when you're feeling awful. Easily my favorite thing in the world.
