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Necessities For The POTSies
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This is a list of necessities for those with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.
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Water Intake/Hydration Necessities
 
Checking Your Vitals
 
Temperature Regulation Aids
 
Compression Garments
 
Fooooood!
 
Funny Apparel

Water Intake/Hydration Necessities

This section is for all things water and hydration related. 

 
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As POTSie's we're supposed to drink a lot of water each day. This 50 oz, yes you read right…50 oz, tumbler can help you get your daily water in!
Meoky 50 oz Tumbler with Handle, Lid, Straw
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These are great to help you stay hydrated
LMNT Zero-Sugar Electrolytes - Variety Pack - 12 Sticks
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These are a great way to get electrolytes!
Nuun Sport: Electrolyte Drink Tablets, 4 Tubes
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Checking Your Vitals

With POTS it is important we know our vitals at any given point. Find things in this section to help you do that.

 
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My Apple Watch has been a game changer in tracking my heart rate and alerting me when it's high
Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular, 40MM) - Renewed
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Knowing your heart rate/pulse is a must with POTS
Zacurate Pro 500DL Pulse Oximeter with Cover
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Be able to keep an eye on your blood pressure at home with this!
iHealth Track Smart Upper Arm BP Monitor, Bluetooth
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How neat is this??
KardiaMobile 1-Lead Personal EKG Monitor
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Temperature Regulation Aids

These items help POTSies regulate their temperature a little better.
 
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These are great for hot days!
Portable Neck Fan, Hands Free Bladeless Fan, 4000mAh
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This is a POTSies dream! A portable air conditioning fan. No more getting overheated when outside. You can even add ice cubes to the water to make it colder!
Portable AC, 3 Speeds & 7 LED Lights, 4 in 1
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This looks perfect for those who get hot in their sleep!
Ailemei Cooling Blanket for Hot Sleepers, 50“x70”
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Compression Garments

Find a compression garment here to help with circulation.

 
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Looo at these cute compression socks! Purchase them to help with circulation.
Aoliks 7/8 Pairs Medical Compression Socks
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Grab these compression socks to help with circulation!
Laite Hebe 3 Pack Medical Compression Socks
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How cute are these colors and designs?!
fenglaoda Compression Socks 6 Pairs, Knee High
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Fooooood!

Here are some cookbooks tailored to POTSies
 
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Check out this cookbook!
THE POTS COOKBOOK: Managing POTS with Recipes
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Another good cookbook!
POTS Syndrome Diet Cookbook: For Beginners
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Pickles help those with POTS increase their sodium intake. Sodium is an electrolyte that helps the body retain water in blood vessels, which can help regulate blood pressure.
SuckerPunch Classic Dill Pickle Chips, 3.4 Oz, 12 Pack
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Funny Apparel

Get a good laugh at this funny POTS apparel.

 
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"Stand up" to POTS is such a funny play on words!
POTS Stand Up To POTS T-Shirt
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How cute is this!?
POTS Warrior Orthostatic Tachycardia T-Shirt
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This is too funny! I plan to get me one of these 😂
POTS Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Survivor Tee
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Misc Items for POTsies

These are other items to help get POTSies through the day.
 
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Elevating your legs can help with POTS flare ups
Kingfun 4pcs Orthopedic Bed Wedge Pillow Set
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Showers can induce a POTS flare up which can cause you to pass out. Having a removable shower head is wonderful if you are only able and to take baths do to your POTS
AquaDance High Pressure 6-Setting Handheld Shower
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This is great for POTSies who have to be outside whether that be taking their kids to the park, beach or a cookout.
Beach Tent Sun Shelter, Beach Shade Tent with UPF 50 UV Protection for 2-3 Person, Portable & Easy Setup Cabana Beach Tent, 3 Roll Up Doors & 8mm Fiberglass Rods, Carry Bag Included
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