Do You Actually Need That? A Common-Sense Guide to Supplements

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We are living in a supplement era — and it's overwhelming. Between Instagram reels, podcast ads, and influencer recommendations, it can feel like you need an entire shopping cart of pills and powders just to function. But do you?

In this episode, I'm zooming out and taking a common-sense approach to supplements: no hype, no magic wands, just practical guidance to help you figure out what your body actually needs.

In this episode:

• Why food always comes first — and what "bioavailability" actually means for you
• The questions to ask yourself before buying any supplement
• Why blood work is your best friend (and how to advocate for the panels you want)
• What to look for on the label — and the red flags that should make you pause
• Third-party testing explained: NSF, USP, and Informed Choice
• The 5 supplements most commonly recommended for women in perimenopause and menopause: protein, creatine, vitamin D, magnesium, and omega-3s
• Why more is NOT always better (a cautionary tale about B6)
• The truth about chia seeds and omega-3s (spoiler: it's not apples to apples)
• How to choose where to start based on your own goals

Episodes Discussed:

5 Things You Need to Know Before You Take Supplements

How to Choose Seafood and Avoid the Rare Ciguatera Poisoning I Contracted

Protein: A Common Sense Guide for Women in Perimenopause & Menopause

Creatine, Brain Fog, and Muscle Loss: What Every Woman in Perimenopause Should Know

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My latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter

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