Desiccated Beef Liver Capsules, collagen and gelatin
Discount Code: KELSIE10 (Hot Tip: When you purchase 3 items from Perfect Supplements, you receive 20% off PLUS an additional 10% off with my code!)
Why I love them and how I use each product?
Desiccated Beef Liver capsules are truly nature’s multivitamin. Beef liver is not only a great source of protein and detox support, but it also contains an abundant amount of *bio-available* vitamins and minerals like: Vitamin A, D, E and K, B vitamins, folate, zinc, copper, iron, choline, CoQ10 and more. Most multivitamins on the market contain a variety of *synthetic* nutrients (rather than naturally occurring) and they are often in improper ratios. This is enough for me to steer CLEAR of them. Vitamins and minerals have antagonistic and synergistic relationships with each other in the body. So when ratios of one nutrient are off, this can impact another nutrient level (if not several). I.e. When copper levels are elevated, zinc levels will be depleted and vice versa. Since beef liver is a whole food, nutrients are presented in proper ratios! This is a supplement I recommend to almost everyone- especially those who are on birth control, recently off of birth control, pregnant or postpartum
Collagen and gelatin are wonderful sources of protein that are incredibly easy to digest and absorb. Most women are severely lacking in adequate protein intake throughout the day which can (among many things) take a drastic hit to their metabolism. Incorporating high quality proteins into each snack or meal is equally as important to help regulate blood sugar and keep cortisol levels regulated throughout the day, allowing our body to prioritize functions that NEED to be prioritized like digestion, sex hormone production, detoxification, hair growth, sex drive and so much more. Beyond the protein benefits, both are also incredibly supportive for repairing the gut lining and very soothing to the GI tract. So if you’re someone who struggles with bloat, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, SIBO, Candida, autoimmune disorders, food intolerances, etc… these are going to be your new best friend
I personally love adding collagen to my decaf coffee, tea, smoothies, oats, adrenal cocktails, water and more. It’s tasteless and blends extremely well- making it very versatile!
As for the gelatin, I mainly use this to make “Gut Gummies” which I have featured on my Instagram Post here!
Equip Grass-Fed Protein Powder
Discount Code: BUNS
Why I love them and how I incorporate them?
This is the best tasting, high quality protein powder that I have found over the past several years. Often times, protein powders are full of artificial flavors, synthetic ingredients, gums and unnecessary sugar- all of which are not easily recognized by the body, hard to assimilate and straight up not healthy to consume on a regular basis.
I incorporate a scoop of this daily to either smoothies, water, milk or oats- to easily increase my protein intake! AND YA’LL THE TASTE…. SO GOOD.
Why I love each product and how I incorporate them?
When talking about blood sugar, incorporating easy on-the-go proteins with your carbs is a must. Paleovalley’s beef and turkey sticks are my absolute favorite snack to keep on hand, in the car, in the diaper bag, WHEREVER- to ensure I have back up if the day is getting hectic. They are also by far the best tasting grass-fed sticks I have found over the past few years and I’d like to think I’ve tried them all! Pairing these with some fruit (dried mango is my favorite) or other carb will help keep your energy levels stable throughout the day
Whole Food Vitamin C is a wonderful way to support not only your immune health, but your progesterone levels, adrenal health and metabolic health. Most Vitamin C supplements found in stores and online are derived from ascorbic acid which is the synthetic form of vitamin C. Not ideal. I particularly recommend this supplement for those struggling with estrogen dominant symptoms like breast tenderness, heavy periods, clotting, painful periods, PMS mood swings, hormonal headaches/migraines, acne and 2-3 day periods
Turmeric is a wonderful anti-inflammatory, while also extremely beneficial for optimal detoxification! This is a top recommendation for (practically everyone) but particularly those who struggle with menstrual cramps, GI inflammation, estrogen dominance and acne
Why I love Purity and organic decaf coffee in general?
While some can tolerate caffeine well, most do not. (Whether it’s something they like to admit or not). Caffeine (especially on an empty stomach) will increase cortisol and blood sugar levels somewhat drastically. Long-term, this can be detrimental to hormone health, anxiety, natural hunger cues, sleep quality and so much more. (So if you are a coffee drinker, I recommend ALWAYS eating some kind of protein/fat dense carb or snack prior to your first cup of coffee. You’ll thank me later). By swapping caffeinated coffee for an organic decaf, you alleviate this cortisol/blood sugar chaos from your day!
Caffeine can also negatively impact PMS symptoms (especially cramps) due to it’s effect on our mineral stores. This is why I always recommend switching to decaf coffee at least 1-2 weeks leading up to your period, through your period. This was a wonderful option for me while pregnant and postpartum as well, so I could keep the habitual piece of my morning coffee in tact!
Just Thrive Spore-Based Probiotic
Discount Code: BUNS15
Why I love Just Thrive probiotics in particular?
Like every supplement, quality needs to be assessed. And most probiotics you find at the store or online are trash. One, you want your probiotic to be shelf stable. If the quality of the probiotic will be jeopardized if it’s warmer than 40 degrees, what should we assume about it once it’s ingested into a 98 degree body…? No bueno
Just Thrive probiotics are both shelf stable AND spore-based. This essentially means that they have spores that protect them from being damaged by stomach acid and other factors as it travels through our GI tract. So once the probiotic gets to where it needs to go, it is THE most effective. I personally LOVE this probiotic, use it myself and recommend it to those looking for a high quality option
Kettle and Fire Bone Broth
Discount Code: KELSIE (20% off)
Why I love KF Bone Broth?
Bone broth is a wonderful source of protein that’s incredibly easy to digest and absorb. Most women are severely lacking in adequate protein intake throughout the day which can (among many things) take a drastic hit to their metabolism. Incorporating high quality proteins into each snack or meal is equally as important to help regulate blood sugar and keep cortisol levels regulated throughout the day, allowing our body to prioritize functions that NEED to be prioritized like digestion, sex hormone production, detoxification, hair growth, sex drive and so much more. Beyond the protein benefits, it’s also incredibly supportive for repairing the gut lining and very soothing to the GI tract. So if you’re someone who struggles with bloat, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, SIBO, Candida, autoimmune disorders, food intolerances, etc… these are going to be your new best friend
How I like to incorporate bone broth into my day-to-day?
Warming a cup of it up right away in the morning to sip on
Using it to cook rice in (instead of water) as well as cooking beef in for tacos
Adding to hot chocolate (See DROOL WORTHY RECIPE here)
Using it in soups
Purely Elizabeth Granola, Pancakes, Cereal and More
Discount Code: BUNSINBALANCE
Why I love Purely Elizabeth? GREAT, simple ingredients and I haven’t met a product I didn’t like. Below are a few of my favorites!
Araza beauty
Discount Code: BUNS
Why I love Araza, Beautycounter and Primally Pure? What you put ON your skin is just as important as what you put in your body. It’s all being absorbed and after all, your skin is your largest organ. When it comes to switching to non-toxic skincare and makeup, I recommend starting with the products that you use on a daily basis. Or those that you use the most first!
Both brands are incredible companies with missions that align so closely align with everything I preach. I also just love how their products feel light, yet have the natural coverage that I’m looking for when I do choose to wear makeup. Investing in cleaner personal care products is one of the best things you can do for you overall health, especially if you are someone who is struggling with estrogen dominant symptoms like breast tenderness, heavy periods, clotting, painful periods, PMS mood swings, hormonal headaches/migraines, acne and 2-3 day periods
Viv Period Cup and Organic Tampons
Discount Code: BUNSINBALANCE
Why I love VIV? A woman owned company AND no chemicals or B.S. in any of their period products! This is SOOOOOO important because like your skin, whatever type of period product you use will be absorbed after being inserted. Almost all typical period products found at the store contain chemicals and other endocrine disrupters that are going to not only contribute to your toxic load but also intensify PMS symptoms. The period cups and organic tampons are my personal favorites!
