WELLNESS PRODUCTS FOR 2021

Let’s start the year right with making sure we are taking care of ourselves and prioritizing self care! One of my main goals for January specifically is to maintain, balance and stay healthy from the inside out. While I do believe exercise and healthy diet are key components in living a healthy life, I also see the value in wellness products that can support that.

As a health advocate, I am always on the search for new products that can improve my overall being. I spent all of last month trying out some supplements and self care items from several companies and here is my review.

WELLNESS PRODUCTS I’VE BEEN LOVING

RMDY: Transform your relationship with food. Better digestive health in one tasty chewable.

Finally, a chewable to help prevent gas + bloating, improve nutrient breakdown & metabolism, and reduce stomach discomfort… all while improving your digestive health + function!

Digestive health is something that I always prioritize because if I’m going to be honest, it’s been a reoccurring struggle for me. I have tried many digestive enzyme products on the market, but I’ve never truly felt a difference. A friend recommended rmdy to me and I decided to reach out to see if I can try their product. One thing that I loved about their digestive essentials was the fact that it comes in a chewable tablet and it doesn’t taste like those gross vitamin tablets!

The ingredients in their chewable tablets are high quality and formulated by leading researchers, science backed and naturally source. Rmdy is very transparent about what’s in their product, which include digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, and anti bloat which is  a proprietary blend of three herbal remedies – ginger, fennel, and peppermint.

The supplement is also gluten free, non GMO and vegan and one bottle contains 60 tablets, which should be an enough supply for a month. I love their subscription model because you can just subscribe and not have to worry about reordering it when you are done.

Not only did I feel an immediate difference when I started to take the chewable, but the best part is knowing that rmdy combines immediate and long term benefits which improves digestion, regulate GI function, soothes the stomach and promote gut health. It was easy to incorporate this into my daily routine as I would pop one right before my breakfast/lunch and another right before dinner. I loved their products so much that I decided to become a brand ambassador 🙂

PURSOMA: KEEPING YOU WELL IN THE MODERN WORLD BY PROVIDING TOOLS FOR RITUAL WELLNESS PRACTICES THAT BRING BALANCE AND JOY TO LIFE.

Wellness goes beyond supplements and vitamins. One thing that I love to do when practicing self care is taking baths. I don’t do it as often as I should but there’s something so relaxing and therapeutic when you simply just soak in your tub, unplug and unwind.

I received the Holiday Box from Pursoma, which included the below items:

• Resurrection, a detoxifying and softening bath soak, energizes the body while and combats fatigue while restoring drained essential minerals.
•  Moonlit Bath Soak: an indigo-hued bath with a delicate aroma of the Pink Lotus flower.
•  Detox Beauty dry brush: Known to stimulate the lymphatic system and can promote detoxification, an important part of maintaining our health and vitality. Five minutes of brushing each day can help promote cellular renewal and  blood flow, resulting in detoxification, rejuvenation, and a healthy glow.
• Pursoleil: a therapeutic body oil with a special aromatherapy blend of Lavender and Blood orange to calm the senses and boost mood.
• 3 Pack Wellness Teas: Lavender Mint, Turmeric Ginger, and Banana Chamomile.
  

I thoroughly enjoyed all the products from Pursoma, especially the bath soaks. I felt completely relaxed after Resurrection and the Hot Tub, but I do want to point out that you should make sure you hydrate yourself during and after because this deeply stimulating bath’s benefits include:

• Detoxifies + softens
• Energizes, combats fatigue
• Restores drained essential minerals

The baths are for one time use so it’s a great way to try the product to see if you like it. I think their soaks also make for thoughtful self care gifts!

I was also excited to try dry brushing because I’ve heard great benefits about it but never tried it before. Dry brushing helps to slough away dry, dead skin, stimulates healthy lympathic drainage anddcan promote detoxification, an important part of maintaining our health and vitality. It only takes 5 minutes a day and I do it right before showering. I have noticed an improvement in my skin and glow, so if there’s one thing you should try this year, it would be dry brushing!

YOUVEDA: To create a healthier, happier world using the intelligence of Mother Nature

Here at YouVeda, our vision is simple. We want to create a healthier, happier world using the intelligence of Mother Nature. We believe in the ancient principles of Ayurveda and want to bring them to you in a modern, easy way. That’s why we created our innovative, full-support supplements that contain only the best, highest-quality organic and wild-harvested ingredients. Through YouVeda, we hope to ignite belief in your innate power to heal and inspire you to live a fuller life — physically, mentally and emotionally.

I have been introduced to the world of Ayurveda after listening to some health podcasts talk about the benefits of the holistic medicine. Not only have I been fascinated by the concepts of Ayurveda in healing the body, but I have also been curious about an Ayurvedic diet and that’s something I am personally experimenting. It is not surprising why I decided to try products from Youveda.

The products that I received to review are:

• My Healthy Digestion: This Doctor formulated and recommended kit helps you support healthy gut functioning, aids in regulating bowel movements and supports liver health.
• My Healthy Body: This Doctor formulated and recommended kit will support you in overcoming every day stress and poor nutrition that can upset your body’s physical, mental and emotional balance
• My Essential Oils Bundle:  This Bundle uses some of Ayurveda’s most revered essential oils: Boswelia, Ashwagandha, Ginger, Bacopa, Rose, Holy Basil, Amla, and many more.
  

Both Ayruvedic supplement kits are 100% vegan and tridoshic, which helps balance Vata, Pitta and Kapha constitutions. They come in 30 supplement packets, which lasts for a month and I saw a difference after my second week. I often put a lot of stress on myself and I see its effects on my body. Sometimes, I become easily irritated, a little scatter brained and difficulty in remaining focused and calm. My Healthy body eased me into the new year with a sense of balance, which is something that I think a lot of us can use. I also see a domino effect in how I deal with stress and anxiety because it then affects my sleep and digestion. Taking My Healthy Body along with My Healthy Digestion has been a game changer!

 

I’ve also been sleeping with an air diffuser in my room for a few years now. I like to add essential oils to it because it helps to promote a sense of tranquility. I loved the Essentials Oil Bundle because I was able to switch the scents depending on my mood and needs. They are also small enough for me to carry in my bag so I can easily apply it whenever I need. The quality of the oils is also very evident because I could feel the effects once I applied the oil! The one I gravitated to the most was the joints because I work out daily and my muscles often ache and are prone to inflammation. The joints essential oils was able to heal me from the outside in and support healthy joint mobility. If you haven’t tried essential oils, I encourage you to to do because I swear by their healing properties!

APOTHEKARY: Self-care is the new Health-care

If there’s one thing that I have learned about wellness products when incorporating them into my routine, it’s that ingredients matter. We hear about supplements and vitamins but we don’t often hear about adaptogen blends, so I was very curious and excited to see what Apothekary was all about!

The two products I received were:

•  Slay All Day: The creamy adaptogenic Matcha blend that provides a jitter-free, long-lasting energy boost, while simultaneously detoxing and boosting your immune system. Basically, a matcha made in heaven.
• Chill The F* Out!: An Apothékary classic and one of our most popular blends, this is a serotonin-boosting stress-busting elixir targeting cortisol levels. It tastes like a peppermint hot chocolate mix and contains two powerhouse adaptogens, Reishi and Ashwagandha.

When I first received both products, I have to admit that I was a bit lost in how to take them. I also wasn’t sure how they would taste but after going to their recipes and recommendations on their blog, I felt more comfortable with experimenting with how to use them.

I am a huge fan of matcha so it’s no surprise that I was a huge fan of Slay All Day. I also love the name of the blend because I literally felt like I could conquer the world after having this! I made the Slay All Day Latte, which was so quick and easy as it only called for 2 tsp Slay All Day, 10 oz Coconut Milk and 1 tsp Maple Syrup.  I can’t rave enough about how great it tasted and I can honestly say this has replaced my morning coffee!

Sometimes, we all need to just Chill The F* Out, so how fitting was it that this blend does just that. I liked drinking this during the afternoon or evening because it gave me peppermint chocolate tea vibes when paired with water. I felt like the process of consuming this was very therapeutic as it allowed me to let go and to take it easy. The best part is that it tastes great and you can instantly feel mellow and calm afterwards.

Both of these products were perfect for me even though they sound contradicting because they summarize me in a nutshell. I’m the type of person that wants to show up everyday, ready to Slay The Day but sometimes I put too much on my plate that I need to Chill The F* Out. Apothekary also offers a wide range of blends and you can take their quiz online to figure out which products are great for you. I also have a discount code so feel free to use  MARIANN20 for 20% off your oder 🙂

JS HEALTH VITAMINS: NOURISH YOUR HEALTH

“We’re not just another vitamin company, we believe in the transformational power of nutrients. With leading health experts, I created these vitamins with powerful ingredients backed by science.”

– Founder & Nutritionist, Jessica Sepel

I stumbled across Js Health Vitamins through Instagram and after doing research, I was easily sold on its effects because you honestly can’t make up their raving reviews online. I wanted to try a lot of their products but I decided to review the  DETOX + DEBLOAT because as I mentioned before, gut health is something that I prioritize.

DETOX + DEBLOAT: Designed to relieve abdominal bloating and support liver health.

DETOX: Turmeric is proven to maintain and support liver health, and acts as a hepatoprotectant to protect the liver. Turmeric is also a strong antioxidant which can reduce free radicals formed in the body. Milk Thistle is traditionally used in western herbal medicine to maintain and support natural liver cleansing and detoxification processes.

DEBLOAT: Fennel is traditionally used in western herbal medicine to relieve digestive discomfort and to decrease, reduce, and relieve abdominal bloating and distention. Milk Thistle and Turmeric help enhance, improve, promote, and increase bile secretion and flow, and relieve inflammation.

I take one tablet twice per day with my meals and I am blown away by the results. Sometimes after eating I feel bloated and stomach discomfort especially after eating dinner. However, after trying this supplement for the last three weeks, I can confidently say that I feel lighter and overall better with my digestion. I can now understand why so many customers are a fan of JS Health Vitamins and I am excited to try their other products now!