Are Your Supplements Still Serving You?

Our bodies are constantly changing, and the supplements that supported you last month or last year may no longer be what your body needs today. As a Nationally Board-Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, Midlife Hormone Mastery Coach, and Mold Recovery Coach, I've seen this time and time again with my clients.

Take probiotics, for example. Each probiotic contains different strains, and not all strains work the same way for everyone. I recently worked with a client who has Crohn's disease. She had been consistently taking a probiotic, but it wasn’t giving her the results she needed. When I encouraged her to get curious about a probiotic with different strains that supported her deeper gut needs and had been researched for Crohn's Disease, her results were remarkable. Not only did her already-high energy skyrocket, but her bowel movements were normal for nine straight days — something she hadn’t experienced in five years.

That’s the power of the right supplement at the right time.

Choosing high-quality supplements is just as important as selecting the right type. I strongly suggest avoiding purchasing supplements from Amazon or other third-party sites due to the risk of tampering, poor storage conditions, and counterfeit products. Supplements can be altered, expired, or even completely different from what’s on the label.

Instead, look for brands that focus on clean ingredients, with no unnecessary fillers, additives, or synthetic dyes. Higher-quality supplements often undergo third-party testing to ensure potency and purity. For example, supplements that use methylated B vitamins are better absorbed by your body, especially if you have genetic mutations like MTHFR that impact nutrient conversion.

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Now, let’s look at Saccharomyces boulardii — a commonly shared probiotic for intestinal issues. While it can be fantastic for some people, it's not ideal for everyone, particularly if mold toxicity is at play (and often people aren’t aware they're dealing with mold exposure). One of my clients experienced unexplained swelling in her face and neck after starting this probiotic. Turns out, her body wasn’t ready for it yet. Once she addressed her mold recovery further, her system could better tolerate supplements like this. Timing matters.

Another example is cortisol support. I worked with a client who was battling high cortisol and felt like she was spiraling. After I encouraged her to get curious about a supplement designed to lower cortisol levels, her numbers improved significantly within three months — and her endocrinologist confirmed her results were trending beautifully. She felt great, too! But here’s the catch: cortisol-lowering supplements are not meant for long-term use. If taken for too long, they can drive cortisol levels too low, creating new issues.

The key is understanding that supplements need to evolve with your body’s changing needs. What worked wonders last year may no longer be your best fit today.

If you're feeling unsure about whether your supplements are still serving you or want to be educated about any supplements, I offer 15-minute quick Q&A sessions to help you sort it out. Book your session here!

For a deeper dive, consider my two-day intensive (click the button below to learn more) or, if you’re unsure what’s best for you, book a free 30-minute health recovery call with me. Book your session here!

Your body is always changing — let's make sure your supplements are keeping up with it! As always, this isn't medical advice, but education. Check with your doctor or practitioner to find out what supplements are right for you.

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