More energy. Better digestion. Less stress. Better sleep. And most importantly, giving your body what it needs to function well.

Being healthier doesn’t necessarily mean changing everything.

I believe much more in an approach where we give the body what it needs to function well: good nutrition, movement, hydration, recovery, sleep… and a few good natural tools to use when needed.

The five essentials I’m sharing with you here are ones I use regularly because they address very real, everyday needs: nutrition, energy, digestion, headaches, stress and sleep.

If you received samples from me, consider this your little guide to trying them. And if you simply landed here because you’re looking for simple ways to take better care of your health, you’re in the right place too.

Here’s what they contain, why I love them and, most importantly, how to use them.

1. VMG+ — Start by giving your body the right building materials

Before looking for something to take for this symptom or that symptom, I like to start with a much more important question:

Is my body getting the nutrients it needs every day to do its job?

That’s exactly why I love VMG+.

One packet contains more than 90 ingredients, including vitamins, minerals and a wide variety of ingredients from fruits, vegetables and plants.

You’ll find ingredients such as amla, guava, cranberry, blueberry, elderberry, pomegranate, açaí, sea buckthorn, beet, broccoli, carrot, spinach, kale, spirulina, moringa and turmeric, along with essential vitamins and minerals.

And what I especially love is its liposomal technology, designed to improve the absorption of certain nutrients.

So instead of only thinking, “What can I take to have more energy?” we start by giving the body the building materials it needs to produce energy and carry out its thousands of functions every day.

How to use it: Mix one packet into approximately 150–240 mL (5–8 oz) of cold water and mix well. Avoid adding it to a hot drink.

2. MetaPWR Advantage — Healthy aging, from the inside out

When we hear “collagen,” we often immediately think of skin.

But collagen is also an important structural protein for connective tissues, joints, cartilage and bones.

MetaPWR Advantage contains something I find particularly interesting: 9 types of collagen, in the form of hydrolyzed marine collagen tripeptides.

Tripeptides are very small fragments made up of three amino acids.

And Advantage contains much more than collagen. Its formula also includes several other ingredients, including vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, biotin, sea buckthorn, red orange extract and resveratrol.

Vitamin C, for example, contributes to normal collagen formation. Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in our skin and connective tissues.

That’s why I see Advantage as so much more than a beauty product. Skin, hair, nails, joints, connective tissues and healthy aging: all of that interests me a whole lot more than simply having fewer wrinkles!

How to use it: Mix one packet into approximately 150–240 mL (5–8 oz) of cold or room-temperature water. Mix or shake well and drink immediately.

Quick tip: VMG+ and Advantage can easily become part of your morning routine.

3. Peppermint — The one I always want within reach

If there’s one essential oil I bring almost everywhere, it’s Peppermint.

Its best-known aromatic component is menthol, which is responsible for that characteristic fresh, cooling sensation.

And it’s incredibly practical.

Headache? I like to apply a small amount, diluted, to my temples or forehead, staying well away from the eyes.

Nausea or motion sickness? Open the packet and take a few slow, deep breaths. Peppermint’s aroma can be very pleasant when your stomach feels unsettled.

Need a little boost? Breathe it in deeply. Its fresh, minty aroma quickly gives an invigorating sensation and can also create that feeling of fresher, more open breathing.

It’s truly one of those little tools I love having in my purse, in the car or while travelling.

4. Adaptiv — For the days when your brain has 37 tabs open

You know those days when your body is sitting still… but your brain is running a marathon?

That’s when I love Adaptiv.

Adaptiv is an aromatic blend that includes essential oils such as Lavender, Coriander, Wild Orange, Spearmint, Magnolia, Rosemary and Neroli, along with Copaiba.

The idea here is simple: use aromatherapy to create a small shift in our environment when stress is rising or we feel tense, scattered or overwhelmed.

How I use it: Apply a small amount, diluted, to your wrists, rub them gently together, bring them toward your nose and take a few slow, deep breaths.

You can also apply some to the back of your neck.

And most importantly, actually take those few seconds to breathe. The oil can become the signal that reminds you to slow down for a moment.

5. Serenity — Because sleep changes so much

We can take all the supplements in the world, but if we constantly neglect our sleep, we’re missing a huge piece of the puzzle.

While we sleep, our body is working.

Sleep plays an important role in recovery, energy, mood, cognitive function, metabolism and immune system function.

That’s why Serenity is one of my favourite blends for creating a true evening routine.

It contains Lavender, Cedarwood, Ho Wood, Ylang Ylang, Marjoram, Roman Chamomile, Vetiver and Vanilla.

It’s a soft, floral and woody blend that I really associate with telling the body: the day is done.

How to use it: Apply a small amount, diluted, to your wrists or the bottoms of your feet before bed. You can also simply open the packet, take a few slow, deep breaths, then keep it near your bed to enjoy the aroma.

Health doesn’t have to be complicated

You’ll notice something about these five essentials: I’m not trying to have a product for every symptom.

I prefer to start much deeper.

What does my body need to function well?

Nutrients.
Water.
Movement.
Sleep.
Recovery.
Good stress management.

And then, I like having a few simple, natural tools on hand for the little challenges that inevitably come up in real life.

That, to me, is taking care of your health.

Start with the foundations. Keep it simple. Be consistent.

And if you received these samples from me, try them! If you find a favourite or want to know where to start based on your own goals, send me a message. I’d be happy to guide you.

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