Charlotte Recommends: I chose Elavate because it combines both marine and bovine collagen, giving broader support across connective tissue, joints, skin, and overall structural health. It also includes liposomal Vitamin C, which plays an important role in collagen absorption and is something many collagen products overlook.

I personally use collagen more as supportive maintenance during this stage of life — particularly through perimenopause, ageing, and managing the additional connective tissue challenges that come with EDS. For me, it’s less about chasing aesthetics and more about supporting resilience, recovery, joint comfort, and how my body feels day to day.

One of the things I’ve learned is that supplements tend to work best when they’re matched to what your body is actually asking for. This has become one of those products I consistently keep in my own toolbelt because it supports several areas that feel important for me at this stage of life.

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What I like about H2Tab is the simplicity. The tablets dissolve quickly into water, making it an easy addition when I feel my body needs extra support rather than another complicated protocol or routine. For me, they’ve become one of those tools I reach for situationally, particularly when inflammation or physical fatigue feels more noticeable.

As with everything in this space, I don’t see it as a magic fix or something everyone needs – just another option within a wider toolbelt approach, where the goal is understanding what supports your body best and when.

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Medicinal mushrooms are one of my favourite ways to support the body more gently and consistently over time. I either take these capsules directly or open them into soups, smoothies, or drinks depending on what feels easiest.

I like blended mushroom formulas because they bring together several different mushrooms into one product, giving broader support across areas like focus, energy, resilience, recovery, and immune health. For me, these types of blends are a really good “all-rounder” option when I want more general day-to-day support rather than targeting one specific area.

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Cordyceps

energy / stamina / resilience

Cordyceps is the mushroom I associate most with energy and resilience, particularly during physically or mentally demanding periods where I notice my reserves feeling lower.

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Lion’s Mane

focus / cognition / clarity

I tend to reach for Lion’s Mane more during periods where I need additional mental clarity, focus, or cognitive support. It’s one I particularly associate with concentration, creativity, and clearer thinking.

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Medicinal mushrooms are one of my favourite ways to support the body more gently and consistently over time. I either take these capsules directly or open them into soups, smoothies, or drinks depending on what feels easiest.

I tend to associate Turkey Tail more with immune support, resilience, and helping the body feel more supported during periods of stress, recovery, or when overall wellbeing feels a little depleted. It’s one I naturally lean towards more during autumn and winter or whenever I feel my system could use extra support.

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I like the liquid sachet versions because they feel gentler, convenient when travelling or on busy days, and easy to incorporate without needing multiple capsules. They’re also a great option for people who prefer liquid delivery methods or notice they absorb supplements differently in this format.

One of the biggest things I’ve learned is that there’s rarely one “perfect” version of a supplement — often it’s about discovering which delivery method best suits your body, lifestyle, and how you naturally respond.

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I particularly like the spray versions because they’re easy to use, absorb quickly, and work well for people who struggle with capsules or digestion. Sometimes the best supplement isn’t just about the ingredient itself, but about finding the format your body responds to best and that you’ll actually use consistently.

For me, this is a really practical option when I want flexible, targeted support without adding more tablets into the mix.

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I originally started using this after having Glandular Fever, which is linked to Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). Like many viruses, EBV can remain dormant in the body and may flare during periods of stress, fatigue, or lowered resilience. Over time, I began noticing patterns in how my body responded during those periods and started using Wintergreen oil as part of my wider support approach.

For me, that looks like applying a small amount around the base of the skull and upper neck area during times where I feel my system needs extra support. It’s become one of those products I consistently keep in my toolbelt because I’ve found it personally helpful over many years of use.

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What I’ve learned over time is that hormonal patterns are incredibly individual. What works for one woman may not work for another, which is why I think it’s important to pay attention to your own body, cycles, symptoms, and timing rather than looking for one universal solution.

I personally use this more as targeted support during painful or more emotionally intense cycles, where I’ve found a drop a day helps take the edge off and supports me feeling more regulated and balanced. For me, it’s become one of those tools that’s helpful in specific situations rather than something I rely on constantly.

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