Mehuli Upadhyaya

I get asked all the time what tools helped me survive med school, residency, and now boards; these are my go-to study essentials. Whether you’re prepping for USMLE, rotations, or ABIM, these are simple, high-yield, and actually work.

As an Internal Medicine physician, I get asked all the time about which supplements are actually worth taking. These are the few I personally trust or recommend to my own patients when lifestyle changes alone aren’t enough. 💡 Always check your own labs and talk with your doctor before starting anything new — supplements are meant to support, not replace, healthy habits. ‼️This list is for educational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any condition. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have health conditions.

the holy grails that keep my skin calm, hydrated, and glowy — even with pcos + stress breakouts. if your barrier is mad at you, start here🤍

These are the perfumes I keep reaching for—aka the ones that actually get me compliments. Whether I’m going for cozy, flirty, or fresh, these scents just hit. Honestly, I wish you could smell through the screen.

toxic ex? emotionally unavailable? just bored? this list is a mix of thrillers, heartbreakers, and romance reads that’ll keep you entertained and far away from your messages app. from messy marriages to slow burns to “he was the problem but i still cried” — it’s all here. read these instead of texting him. you’re welcome.

the everyday makeup i keep in rotation — lip oils, foundations, eyeliners, shadows, and everything that made it through my picky phase. no skips, no regrets 💋✨

My go-to hair routine—products that keep my hair healthy, frizz-free, and smelling good. The Dyson Air Straight is a game changer for quick, sleek blowouts (I’m obsessed).

My go-to routine for soft, smooth, and glowy skin. These are the scrubs, lotions, and body products I use on repeat—hydrating, exfoliating, and just make me feel good head to toe.

Did I expect to love these as much as I do? Absolutely not—but here we are