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Supplements

The supplements I actually take — vetted for ingredient quality, dosage, and what the research really supports.

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Magnesium Glycinate (sleep favorite)

Why I take it: magnesium calms the nervous system, supports muscle relaxation, and is one of the most reliable ways to improve sleep quality. Significant improvement in my sleep — I swear by this one.

How to take

300–400 mg, 30–60 minutes before bed. Food optional, but a light snack helps if you have a sensitive stomach. Evening only.

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Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides

Why I take it: collagen supports skin elasticity, hair, nails, and joint comfort — production naturally declines with age, especially after 40. Unflavored and mixes into anything.

How to take

1–2 scoops (10–20 g) daily, any time of day. Stir into coffee, smoothies, or water. No need to take with food.

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Doctor's Best Magnesium Glycinate 200mg

Why I take it: the glycinate form is one of the most bioavailable and gentlest on digestion. A great everyday magnesium for stress, muscle recovery, and sleep support.

How to take

200–400 mg in the evening, ideally with dinner or a small snack. Best taken at night for sleep and relaxation benefits.

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Nordic Naturals Omega-3

Why I take it: omega-3s (EPA and DHA) support heart health, brain function, mood, and help calm inflammation — three things that matter more, not less, as we age.

How to take

1–2 softgels daily with a meal that contains fat (this dramatically improves absorption). Morning or evening — consistency matters more than timing.

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Sports Research Vitamin D3 + K2

Why I take it: D3 supports bone density, immune function, and mood — and K2 directs that calcium into your bones instead of your arteries. The pairing matters.

How to take

1 softgel daily with your largest meal of the day (fat-soluble, so food is essential). Morning works well to support energy and mood.

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Physician's Choice Probiotics

Why I take it: a healthy gut microbiome supports digestion, immunity, hormones, and even skin clarity. This one is formulated with women's health in mind.

How to take

1 capsule daily, ideally on an empty stomach in the morning (15–30 minutes before breakfast) for best survival of the live cultures.

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Tru Niagen NR 300mg

Why I take it: NAD+ levels decline with age and are tied to cellular energy, DNA repair, and metabolic health. NR is the most clinically researched precursor for raising them.

How to take

1 capsule (300 mg) daily in the morning, with or without food. Morning is preferred since it supports energy metabolism throughout the day.

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ProHealth Longevity NMN

Why I take it: another well-studied NAD+ precursor, paired here in the trusted Uthever form with triple third-party testing for purity and potency.

How to take

250–500 mg daily, taken in the morning on an empty stomach for best absorption. Avoid late-day dosing — it can be mildly energizing.

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Thorne Magnesium Bisglycinate

Why I take it: a premium, pharmaceutical-grade option for nights when you want zero question marks on quality. Same calming, sleep-supporting benefits as my other magnesium picks.

How to take

Mix 1 scoop in water in the evening, 30–60 minutes before bed. A light snack helps if your stomach is sensitive. Evening only.

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Garden of Life Vitamin Code Women 50+

Why I take it: a whole-food multivitamin formulated for women 50+, with raw ingredients, added probiotics, and the nutrients most often underconsumed in this chapter (B12, D, calcium, iron-free formula).

How to take

2 capsules daily with food — split between breakfast and lunch is ideal. Always take with a meal to prevent any stomach upset.

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NutraBio Ashwagandha KSM-66

Why I take it: ashwagandha is the best-studied adaptogen for lowering cortisol, easing stress, and supporting steadier energy and sleep. KSM-66 is the gold-standard extract.

How to take

300–600 mg daily with food. Evening dosing supports sleep and stress recovery; morning works well if you find it mildly energizing. Pick one and stay consistent.

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Nutrafol Women's Balance

Why I take it: a physician-formulated, drug-free hair growth supplement targeting the root causes of thinning in women 45+ — hormones, stress, and nutrient gaps. Clinically tested for visibly thicker, stronger hair and better scalp coverage, and dermatologist-recommended.

How to take

4 capsules once daily with a meal (taking with food is essential — these can cause nausea on an empty stomach). Most women see results around the 3–6 month mark with consistent use.

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Agemate Daily Longevity Blend

From $69 / month

Why I take it: an all-in-one longevity stack pairing 500mg of NMN with 17 supporting compounds — including resveratrol, spermidine, vitamin D3, K2, and magnesium — designed to target multiple aging pathways at once rather than NAD+ in isolation.

How to take

1 serving daily in the morning, ideally on an empty stomach for best absorption. Avoid late-day dosing — it can be mildly energizing.

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