There are SO many supplements being pushed on the internet every single day that it can get really overwhelming regarding what to take and who it's best suited for. I want to simplify this for you: if you choose only a few supplements to take regularly, these are my tried and true, top recommendations for optimal health. I will also outline the importance of each in your schedule (for those who can only invest in a couple).
I have had the opportunity to try hundreds of different supplements out there, and in the end have continually come back to these few. My entire family (kids included) takes these. While I believe everyone should have a blood panel done, through functional medical practitioners or naturopaths, to be able to specifically pinpoint areas they need additional supplementation, if you are simply looking for a generic protocol to optimize health for the entire family, here are my top picks (with my very honest reasons why and overall importance):
FRTIL Trio — Nature's Multivitamin
The only multi you need for the entire family! My kids do not take any other multivitamins besides this trio.
Why is it better? It is real whole foods and is bioavailable. This is the only vitamin C I have ever found that is not synthetic ascorbic acid. It is the most bioavailable form of vitamin C for our bodies to use!
Zinc is a necessary mineral for a healthy immune system. It drives production of DNA and proteins, and is vital for healing and healthy growth and development. It is essential for growing children and supports them in so many ways! It is also a vital mineral for women's and men's hormones and all around a power centre for avoiding seasonal colds and flus (it's helped my kids so much in that area!).
Zinc supports immune health/cell repair, digestion and metabolism, as well as cognitive health; taking it in its true form (non synthetic), ensures your body is getting the most of your supplements.
Beef liver has always been my favourite powerhouse supplement, nature's multivitamin. I feel like every single person should be taking this daily. A single serving offers bioavailable heme iron, vit B12, copper, and over 100% of your daily requirements for preformed vitamin A. It directly supports hormone function, energy and mood. A true powerhouse!
This is the only company I have ever found that offers these three supplements together. Having these on hand equips the entire family with so much of what they need, and the best part is our bodies process it all just like it would food in a meal!
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LINEAGE
We get SO much from this company and while none of it is absolutely imperative to your daily regime (unlike FRTIL), if you currently use any of these products, I cannot recommend enough switching to this brand. Third party tested and the quality of everything we have tried is beyond other products we've used in the past.
We have tried a lot from them but the things we consistently take as a family are as follows:
Mold Free Coffee — Guys, if you drink coffee, switch to this stuff yesterday. I quite literally crave it when we run out. It is remineralizing and certified mold free and probably the smoothest coffee I have ever tasted in my life. (note: the kids don't take this obvs! haha)
Beef Protein — RUN don't walk for this stuff because they are discontinuing it!!!! I have no idea why, because it is the smoothest most incredible protein I have ever tried (and we have tried a LOT of protein). They are switching to a whey based protein which I am not a fan of, but they still have this in stock so go grab it before it is gone!
Honey — I absolutely love honey but I do not eat local honey because honey tests extremely high in glyphosate! So consuming that raw honey that seems like a healthier option for your family often isn't. I strongly suggest choosing a honey that is certified glyphosate free and we have enjoyed using Lineage for that reason (it has a beautiful flavour! worth trying even once).
Protein Bars — Not something we get often, but thought we would try them this time. They are more pleasant than other bars we have tried and I am very impressed with the ingredients! Not a protein bar fan and not something I recommend as a daily (or even weekly) item to consume; however, if you like having bars on hand for quick snacks on the go, I recommend this brand for being the cleanest.
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CARNIVORE AURELIUS
Again, this isn't necessarily something every person needs in their regimen; however, collagen has many benefits and if you are someone who would like to take it, I have tried many brands and this is one I really like, feel is cleanest (third party tested), and dissolves wonderfully into liquid (hot or cold), and smoothies, unlike other brands I've tried.
Benefits: Supports skin elasticity, joints, muscle recovery and gut health. Highly absorbable because it is hydrolyzed.
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COWBOY COLOSTRUM — Nature's GOLD
For anyone who has followed my Instagram long enough you know how much I LOVE colostrum. Much like FRTIL, I believe this should be a part of everyone's daily supplement regimen. Men, women, and children alike will benefit from this powerhouse!
So many people (adult and children) struggle with poor gut microbiome/leaky gut, whether from medications or antibiotics as children, etc. As a result it becomes very difficult to absorb proper vitamins and minerals from our food and many times we can even develop histamine reactions or allergies to foods later in life due to these gut imbalances. Colostrum literally coats the intestinal lining, repairing and strengthening by stimulating cellular regrowth. It accelerates the natural replacement cycle of the gut wall, closing micro-tears (leaky gut) caused by stress, poor diet, or medications. It blocks pathogens and provides microbiome support.
I cannot tell you how many ways this superfood has supported me in my own life! It also directly supports your skin, hair and nails (because many of those issues start in your gut!).
My kids take this whenever they have a smoothie (which is not necessarily daily), and I take it in my yogurt or raw milk. Cannot recommend this one enough!!
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BON CHARGE
While not a food supplement, this little red light has changed our lives in our house! We use it multiple times a week.
Near infrared penetrates beyond the skin walls and deep into tissues. I have used this for ear infections (the progression of this was wild, it was crazy to watch how well it worked each day I used it and eliminated a painful infection inside of a few days). We have also used this for injury; specifically ligament injuries and sciatic pain and I have even found this to be hugely helpful for menstrual discomfort.
It has helped speed up muscle repair from overworking, and if you have pain anywhere I can tell you with confidence, 15 minutes with this little light on your body makes you feel improved!
Most of what we have used our light for are acute injuries or pain; however, I believe someone with chronic pain could see wonderful improvements by using this device.
They have a 25% off sale right now — The mini is the one we use most and it is an affordable option for a family! I also like the face mask for melasma, sun spots and works great for teen acne.
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Here's to keeping it simple and nourishing your family well — from our farmhouse to yours.
Ash
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