What I Take Daily — and How I Built a Routine That Works for Me
When I first started thinking about supplements, I honestly didn’t know where to begin. There were so many options, and it felt like everything was either super complicated or too generic to be helpful. So I started small. I didn’t try to overhaul everything at once. I just paid attention to how I felt and slowly built a routine around that. This post is just me sharing what I take daily — what’s helped with my energy, digestion, cravings, and overall balance. It’s not a checklist or a must-do list. It’s simply what works for me right now, and if you’re trying to figure out your own routine, I hope this gives you a place to start.
Unimate — Morning & Afternoon
I take Unimate twice a day. Once in the morning — it helps me stay focused and clear-headed, especially while I’m fasting. It also really helps keep hunger and cravings in check during that time. Then I’ll usually have a second one in the afternoon — sometimes just as a pick-me-up, and sometimes as a pre-workout. It gives me a clean energy boost without any crash or shakiness.
Balance — Before a Meal
I take Balance once a day, usually before lunch or dinner. It supports digestion and really helps me avoid that crashy, sluggish feeling after eating. I also notice I’m less likely to snack later in the day when I take it. Some days, if I feel like I need a little extra support (like on a heavier eating day), I’ll take a second Balance — but one dose is usually enough.
What I’ve Added Over Time
After I felt solid with Unimate and Balance, I slowly added a few other supplements to fill in some gaps and support overall health.
Here’s what I take now:
CoQ10 – for energy and heart support
Omega-3 – for hormones, brain, and skin
Vitamin D3 + K2 – for immune support and bone health
I take these once a day with food — usually whatever my biggest meal of the day is.
Creatine, Protein, and Minerals
Creatine is something I take daily — whether I’m working out or not. It’s one of the most well-researched supplements out there, especially for women. It supports muscle recovery, brain health, strength, and overall wellness as we age. I also use LC PRO (a protein powder) when I need it. I try to get most of my protein from real food — chicken, fish, eggs, steak — but on busy days or if I’m falling short, it’s a quick way to fill the gap. I also add a pinch of Baja Gold sea salt to my morning water. It gives me trace minerals and helps with hydration, especially when I’m fasting or just have a busy day ahead.
Final Thoughts
I didn’t put this all together overnight. I started with just Unimate. Then added Balance. Then, slowly, the rest came in based on what felt helpful and sustainable. If you’re working on your own routine, don’t feel like you need to do everything at once. Start with one or two things that support how you want to feel — and go from there. You can always browse around the site if you're curious about more of what I use, or check out some of the other blog posts. And if this helped clear up anything or gave you an idea of where to begin, I’m glad it did.
-Kiley
