🌱 My Journey to the Top 10 Supplements for Better Health & Wellness
- Jaime Hernandez
- Sep 2
- 3 min read
By Jaime Hernandez | Health and Exercise Prescriptions🛒 Shop the full collection: Health and Exercise Prescriptions Thorne Store
🌄 The Beginning of My Search
There was a time when I thought exercise alone could solve everything. I was running trails in Bellingham, lifting weights, staying active—and yet, I still felt like something was missing. My energy wasn’t steady, recovery felt harder than it should, and stress sometimes crept in despite all the movement.
That’s when I began digging deeper into nutrition and supplementation. Over time, through study, trial, and experience with clients, I found that some supplements aren’t just “extras”—they’re foundational tools that can fill in gaps, support resilience, and help you perform at your best.
Here’s the story of the Top 10 supplements I now rely on and recommend through my Thorne store.
1. Daily Greens Plus 🌿
When I first tried Daily Greens Plus, I realized it wasn’t just about vegetables. This formula brings together mushrooms, adaptogens, and phytonutrients—everything I needed to start the day energized and focused. It quickly became part of my morning ritual.
2. Lion’s Mane Mushroom 🧠
During seasons when my focus dipped, Lion’s Mane helped me regain clarity. It’s a natural nootropic, sharpening memory and concentration—perfect for writing, coaching, and staying mentally agile.
3. Rhodiola 🌸
There was a period when my stress felt overwhelming, no matter how much I exercised. Rhodiola, an ancient adaptogen, helped regulate my body’s stress response and gave me steady energy throughout the day—without jitters.
4. Mushroom Complex 🍄
I turned to a mushroom blend (Reishi, Cordyceps, Maitake, Turkey Tail) during a tough winter in Bellingham when my immune system needed extra support. The difference in endurance and recovery was undeniable.
5. Curcumin Phytosome (Meriva) 🌟
Years of training and hands-on work as a massage therapist have taught me how important joint health is. Curcumin became one of my daily allies—not only reducing soreness but also supporting my brain and gut health.
6. Ashwagandha 🌿
This one became my anchor on stressful days. Ashwagandha has a way of balancing cortisol and creating calm. It helped me realize that true wellness isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about emotional resilience too.
7. Omega-3 with CoQ10 🫀
When I needed more cardiovascular endurance and mental stamina, this formula made sense. The combination of omega-3s and CoQ10 supports both brain performance and heart health—perfect for someone like me who trains hard but also needs mental focus for clients and writing.
8. Magnesium Bisglycinate 😴
For years, sleep was a struggle. I’d push myself during the day, but nights were restless. Magnesium Bisglycinate changed that—helping me relax, sleep deeper, and recover better.
9. Probiotics 🌱
Gut health became a bigger focus when I noticed digestion affecting energy. A daily probiotic smoothed everything out—improving nutrient absorption and even mood. It reminded me that the gut and brain are always talking.
10. Basic Nutrients Multivitamin 💊
Finally, I realized I needed a solid foundation. A multivitamin fills the small gaps that add up over time. It’s not flashy, but it’s consistent—and sometimes, consistency is the biggest win of all.
✨ Final Thoughts
These supplements aren’t just products to me—they’re part of my story. Each one came into my life at a moment when I needed it most, and together, they’ve helped me build a lifestyle of resilience, recovery, and performance.
If you’re looking to take your wellness to the next level, start small. Build your foundation with a multivitamin, magnesium, and omega-3s. Then layer in adaptogens, mushrooms, or phytonutrients as your needs grow.
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Thanks for your time and energy...Be well.
Stay strong,
Jaime J. Hernandez
Health and Exercise Prescriptions
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