Hey friend,
If you’re anything like me, a woman in her mid-to-late 40s navigating the ups and downs of perimenopause, you’ve probably felt it: the sudden energy dips, random mood swings, interrupted sleep, weird bloating, joint aches that show up uninvited, and a feeling that your body is just… different.
Welcome to midlife.
It’s not a crisis, it’s a shift. A time to listen more closely to what your body needs, support it intentionally, and yes, supplement wisely. As a life coach, wellness blogger, and fellow midlife woman on a serious glow-up journey, I’ve tried a lot. But today, I want to share the supplements I take consistently that are actually making a difference.
Before we dive in, here’s a reminder: always consult your doctor before starting any new supplements, especially during perimenopause. Blood work can also help you understand what your body really needs. This blog is based on my personal experience, but everyone’s body is unique.
So let’s get into it.
In our 40s and beyond, our bodies go through major changes. Hormones shift, metabolism slows down, and our nutritional needs evolve. Even if you’re eating a balanced diet (which I try to do!), you still may not get everything your body needs through food alone.
That’s where supplements come in. Think of them as strategic support systems that help you feel, move, and live better as you age with confidence and grace.
For me, the right supplement routine has helped improve:
•My sleep
•My skin and joints
•My digestion and bloating
•My focus and mood
•My ability to show up for life (and for myself) every day
Here are the exact ones I take and why they’re especially important for women like us.
Why I Take It: For skin elasticity, joint health, and overall glow
How It’s Helping Me:
Let me tell you—collagen is a midlife game-changer. I started taking collagen peptides daily after noticing my skin was losing elasticity and my knees felt stiff after long walks or workouts.
Why It’s Essential in Midlife:
Collagen is a protein your body naturally makes. But by age 40, collagen production begins to drop sharply, by about 1% per year. This leads to sagging skin, weaker joints, brittle nails, and even thinning hair. Taking a quality collagen supplement (I personally use a grass-fed, unflavored collagen powder that I mix into my morning coffee) can help slow that loss and support natural repair.
Bonus Glow Tip:
I also sip on low-sodium beef bone broth during the week for extra collagen and joint nourishment. Plus, it’s cozy, satisfying, and full of minerals.
Why I Take It: For brain health, focus, skin support, and inflammation
Why It’s Essential in Midlife:
Omega-3 fatty acids (especially EPA and DHA) are crucial for heart and brain health, both of which become more vulnerable as estrogen levels decline. Omega-3s also reduce inflammation, support mood stability, and may help ease perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes and joint pain.
Pro Tip:
Make sure you’re choosing a high-quality, mercury-free fish oil that lists the actual EPA and DHA amounts on the label, not just “1000mg of fish oil.” I take mine with food to avoid any fishy aftertaste.
Why I Take It: For mood, immune function, bone health, and hormone balance.
Why It’s Essential in Midlife:
Nearly 50% of adults are deficient in Vitamin D, and if you live in a colder climate like I do (Cleveland!), you’re probably not getting enough sunshine year-round. Vitamin D helps regulate calcium, supports the immune system, improves mood, and is essential for bone density, a major concern during perimenopause and menopause.
Why K2 Matters:
K2 works hand-in-hand with D3 to direct calcium into the bones and out of the arteries, reducing the risk of calcification. This combo is especially powerful for heart and bone health in women over 40.
Why I Take It: For sleep, relaxation, and muscle recovery
How It’s Helping Me:
If I skip a night of magnesium glycinate, I feel it. This supplement has made a huge difference in my ability to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. I feel less restless and more restored. It’s like a natural, gentle sleep aid without the grogginess.
Why It’s Essential in Midlife:
Magnesium is responsible for over 300 functions in the body, but many of us are deficient, especially women under stress (which, let’s face it, is most of us). Magnesium glycinate is one of the most absorbable and gentle forms, and it’s especially effective for:
•Calming the nervous system
•Easing muscle tension
•Supporting hormone balance
•Improving sleep quality
Pro Tip:
Take it about 30–60 minutes before bed. I also dim the lights, stretch, and have a wind-down routine to help signal my body that it’s time for rest.
Why I Take It: For gut health, reduced bloating, digestion, and immune support
Why It’s Essential in Midlife:
Your gut controls so much more than digestion, it influences your mood, your hormones, your skin, your immunity, and your ability to absorb nutrients. During perimenopause, hormone shifts can throw your gut out of balance. A daily probiotic can help restore healthy bacteria, regulate digestion, improve mood, and reduce inflammation.
Bonus Tip:
Pair your probiotic with a diverse, fiber-rich diet. I aim for fermented foods like kimchi, yogurt, and pickles alongside my daily capsule.
Bonus Supporters in My Routine
While the core five supplements above are my non-negotiables, I also use these two powerful additions daily to support hydration, joints, and skin from the inside out:
Electrolytes (Daily Drink)
I mix a clean, sugar-free electrolyte powder into my water once a day to help with hydration, especially after workouts or long walks. It keeps my energy steady and supports mineral balance.
Low-Sodium Beef Bone Broth
This is another sneaky way I get extra collagen and joint support. Bone broth is rich in amino acids, minerals, and gut-friendly compounds like glycine and glutamine. It’s warming, nourishing, and makes me feel taken care of.
There are a lot of options out there, and not all supplements are created equal. Here’s what I look for:
✅ Third-party testing (NSF, USP, or GMP-certified)
✅ No added sugars, artificial colors, or fillers
✅ Bioavailable forms (like D3 instead of D2, or magnesium glycinate vs. oxide)
✅ Trusted brands with clear labeling and transparent sourcing
If you’re curious, I’m happy to list the exact brands I use, just drop me a DM on Instagram or head to my Shop My Wellness Routine page.
Taking care of yourself in your 40s, 50s, and beyond isn’t just about looking good (though that’s a bonus), it’s about feeling good, staying strong, and living fully.
These supplements aren’t magic pills, but they’re a foundational part of how I support my wellness goals, hormone health, mood, and mindset. Paired with whole foods, movement, hydration, and rest, they’ve helped me feel more in control of my health and my glow-up.
Midlife is not the end, it’s the awakening. And with a little intentional support, you can feel vibrant, focused, energized, and deeply confident every step of the way.
| Supplement | What It Helps With |
| Collagen Peptides | Skin elasticity, joints, hair, nails |
| Omega-3 Fish Oil | Focus, brain health, glowing skin, hormone support |
| Vitamin D3 + K2 | Mood, immunity, bone health, hormone regulation |
| Magnesium Glycinate | Sleep, anxiety, muscle recovery, relaxation |
| Probiotic | Gut health, digestion, bloating, mood support |
| Electrolytes (daily) | Hydration, energy, mineral balance |
| Beef Bone Broth | Collagen, gut support, joint comfort |
A Little Reminder
Your body is incredibly wise and always working for you. Listening to what it needs, supporting it with powerful nutrients, and giving it consistency is one of the most self-loving things you can do.
Supplements won’t replace good habits, but they can elevate them.
So here’s to stronger joints, glowing skin, better sleep, and feeling amazing as we step fully into our midlife magic.
Love,
Jax
Midlife Glow-Up Coach
Disclaimer:
This blog post is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before starting any new supplements. Blood work may be necessary to identify deficiencies and determine what’s right for your body. Everyone’s health needs are unique, what works for me may not be suitable for you.
Age 49, Down 200 lbs naturally.
90 more pounds to loose.
My early 6am Saturday morning routine including stretching, strength training, quick breakfast and walking.
Wake 5am
Hydrate
Wash Face
Brush Teeth
Check Emails
Dress
Stretch
Vibration Plate
Gym 6am
Weight Machines
Sauna
Breakfast-Cold Brew Black & Egg Bites
Home
News
Walk Outside
Then 8am ready for the day 👟♥️😘
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Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
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Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
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I have lost 200 lbs naturally.
I have obtained a new corporate position make $35k more per year in project management and this is what I`m implementing at my in person job for wellness, longevity and weight loss.
✅ stand-up desk
✅ elliptical under the desk
I am going to search for a stand-up desk on facebook marketplace to save money. I am going to get a life pro elliptical from Amazon.
Hope this helps anyone looking to improve their health while having a sedentary job.
I have another 90 lbs to lose and hopefully this will help some to get me there.
Follow me for real life midlife, women over 40 motivation and inspiration in wellness, weight loss, mindset and lifestyle.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#wellnessjourney
#healthylifestyle
#midlifewomen
Please answer the poll, I need your help.
If you could create your dream life in midlife what would you focus on the most?
Age 49, Down 200 lbs naturally, paid down $45k in debt, new career in project management, life coach certified. This is by far my best, highest and most productive season of my life.
Midlife-My best season yet...
Come follow and join the party for real life motivation and inspiration in wellness, weight loss, mindset and lifestyle.
Soon to come a midlife women`s glow-up online community and glow-up retreats in Charleston SC.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#weightlossjourney
#healthylifestyle
#midlifewomen
Age 49, Down 200 lbs naturally, paid down $45k in debt, new career in project management, life coach certified. This is by far my best, highest and most productive season of my life.
Midlife-My best season yet...
Come follow and join the party for real life motivation and inspiration in wellness, weight loss, mindset and lifestyle.
Soon to come a midlife women`s glow-up online community and glow-up retreats in Charleston SC.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#glowupafter40
#transformyourlife
#midlifewomen
Starting to plan a trip solo to Charleston SC in January or February.
Flying this time.
Now is my time and I`m going to make each moment count.
Follow me for real life motivation and inspiration in wellness, weight loss, mindset and lifestyle.
I hope you have an amazing day today and I look forward to meeting you in my future community, retreats or here online in the comments.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#glowupafter40
#transformyourlife
#midlifewomen
Midlife awakening and midlife reinvention I a real thing.
I did not have a midlife crisis…I had a midlife glow-up.
I have lost nearly 200 lbs mostly naturally.
I have paid off over $45K in debt as a single mom, single income household with a son away in college.
I have obtained a new corporate position make $35k more per year.
I have become a certified life coach by The Life Coach School.
All of these milestones the last 4 years have completely upgraded my confidence and mindset and growth as a woman over 40.
I feel like I have really come to my own and created my dream life. I am still working and creating my dream life everyday.
I have another 90 more pounds to loose. I want to work on certifications for my career and here online. Nutrition and Wellness Certifications I am working on with NASM. I want to become a Master Certified Life Coach.
I want to continue to help women over 40 all over the world to create the life of their dreams with support and a strong community. I want to create a monthly paid online community and app and in-person midlife glow-up retreats. I want to reach more women on my free podcast and free weekly newsletter.
I want to help you, my friend.
Follow me for real life motivation and inspiration in wellness, weight loss, mindset and lifestyle.
I hope you have an amazing day today and I look forward to meeting you in my future community, retreats or here online in the comments.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Oh and remember it is never too late to create a life and lifestyle you love.
Live a life you’d want to live twice.
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#glowupafter40
#transformyourlife
#midlifewomen
I lost 198 lbs in the last 4 years naturally as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
I was on weight loss medication for 3 months, got off it because of cost and side effects.
I have anther 90 lbs to go to reach my goal weight.
Back at the gym after 3 months off.
Hope this helps someone move their body today.
Follow for midlife wellness, lifestyle, & mindset inspiration and motivation.
Love, Jax
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I lost 198 lbs in the last 4 years naturally as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
I was on weight loss medication for 3 months, got off it because of cost and side effects.
I have anther 90 lbs to go to reach my goal weight.
This is my meal plan for 9/14-9/18.
Hope this helps..
Follow for midlife wellness, lifestyle, & mindset inspiration and motivation.
Love, Jax
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Your subconscious mind is always listening. Every thought you repeat becomes a belief. Every belief becomes your reality. If you keep focusing on what`s missing, the bank account, the age, the excuses, that`s exactly what you`ll keep creating more of.
These were my early morning thoughts this morning on my sunrise walk in the Metroparks here near Cleveland Ohio.
I hope you have an amazing day today.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Follow to get inspired to transform and reinvent into the woman of your dreams.
It is never too late!
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#glowupafter40
#transformyourlife
#midlifewomen
I lost 200 lbs in the last 4 years naturally as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
I was on weight loss medication for 3 months, got off it because of cost and side effects.
I have anther 80 lbs to go to reach my goal weight.
My supplements I take:
Loam Fiber Powder, Electroytes (sugar free), Pearl Powder in Water with Ice.
Lifecykel Mushroom Oils in black expresso
Vitamin D3K2
Omega 3
Fatty 15
NMN
Floraster Probiotic
Today’s Food
Breakfast: Homemade Protein Bars (27g protein, 12g finer, 6g sugar)
Lunch: Chipotle Chicken (Costco), cilantro lime cauliflower rice
Dinner: Factor Meal with Fresh Blueberries
Movement Today:
4:30am
Stretching
Vibration Plate
Arm-Dumbbells
Squats
Lunges
Disstastis Recti
Walk 35 min. (Japanese Style)
12:30pm After Lucnh
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
6pm After Dinner
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
8pm
Thigh Master 20 min. while reading/watching tv
Follow for midlife wellness, lifestyle, & mindset inspiration and motivation.
Love, Jax
#midlifewellness #weightlossjourney #womenover40 #healthylifestyle #midlifereinvention
I lost 200 lbs in the last 4 years naturally as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
I was on weight loss medication for 3 months, got off it because of cost and side effects.
I have anther 80 lbs to go to reach my goal weight.
My supplements I take:
Loam Fiber Powder, Electroytes (sugar free), Pearl Powder in Water with Ice.
Lifecykel Mushroom Oils in black expresso
Vitamin D3K2
Omega 3
Fatty 15
NMN
Floraster Probiotic
Today’s Food
Breakfast: Homemade Protein Bars (27g protein, 12g finer, 6g sugar)
Lunch: Chipotle Chicken (Costco), cilantro lime cauliflower rice
Dinner: Factor Meal with Fresh Blueberries
Movement Today:
4:30am
Stretching
Vibration Plate
Arm-Dumbbells
Squats
Lunges
Walk 35 min. (Japanese Style)
12:30pm After Lucnh
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
6pm After Dinner
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
8pm
Thigh Master 20 min. while reading/watching tv
Follow for midlife wellness, lifestyle, & mindset inspiration and motivation.
Love, Jax
#midlifewellness #weightlossjourney #womenover40 #healthylifestyle #midlifereinvention
I lost 200 lbs in the last 4 years naturally as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
I was on Zepbound for 3 months, got off it because of cost and side effects.
I have anther 80 lbs to go to reach my goal weight.
My supplements I take:
Loam Fiber Powder, Electroytes (sugar free), Pearl Powder in Water with Ice.
Lifecykel Mushroom Oils in black expresso
Vitamin D3K2
Omega 3
Fatty 15
NMN
Probiotic/Prebiotic
Today’s Food
Breakfast: Homemade Protein Bars (27g protein, 12g finer, 6g sugar)
Lunch: Chipotle Chicken (Costco), cilantro lime cauliflower rice
Dinner: Factor Meal with Asparagus
Movement Today:
4:30am
Stretching
Vibration Plate
Arm-Dumbbells
Squats
Lunges
Walk 35 min. (Japanese Style)
12:30pm
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
6pm
Walk 20 min. (Japanese Style)
8pm
Thigh Master 20 min. while reading/watching tv
Follow for Midlife wellness, lifestyle, & mindset inspiration and motivation.
Love, Jax
#midlifewellness #weightlossjourney #womenover40 #healthylifestyle #midlifereinvention
High-protein breakfast bars that don’t taste like cardboard? Say less. 🍫✨
I’ve been perfecting these homemade protein bars for a long time and I’m finally sharing the recipe — 25g protein, 12g fiber, and 5g creatine per bar, made with clean ingredients like peanut butter, cashew butter, and no added sugar. Basically breakfast met dessert and they had a baby.
Perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or when you need a midlife-metabolism-friendly snack that actually keeps you full. No fancy equipment, no baking — just mix, press, chill, and go.
Follow me for more high protein recipes, gut health tips, and midlife wellness hacks (minus the boring stuff nobody asked for).
Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you the full tecipe with all ingredient links! 💌
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✨ Make Midlife Your Best Chapter!
Daily glow chat...
How I make midlife my best chapter yet.
Here are my tip for you:
Be more spontaneous 🎉
I am here to be a light in a season that can be looked at as stressful and lonely and depressing.
This should not be the case.
These tips are a field guide for the empty-nest, midlife, reinvention-ready woman.
🌸 Let`s glow in midlife together...
Love, Jax
#midlifewomen
#transformyourlife
#womenover40
#emptynest
#midlifejourney
✨ Make Midlife Your Best Chapter!
Daily glow chat...
How I make midlife my best chapter yet.
Here are my tip for you:
Redesign your home 🏡
I am here to be a light in a season that can be looked at as stressful and lonely and depressing.
This should not be the case.
These tips are a field guide for the empty-nest, midlife, reinvention-ready woman.
🌸 Let`s glow in midlife together...
Love, Jax
#midlifewomen
#transformyourlife
#womenover40
#emptynest
#midlifejourney
#travelandlifestyle #traveldiaries #midlifelifestyle #over40lifestyle #midlifetravel
I lost over 190 lbs, paid off $45K in debt, and completely rebuilt my life starting at 44, as a single mom, working full time in corporate finance.
…Why follow me
Real talk on health/weight loss after 40 that isn`t extreme or unsustainable
Money and debt payoff strategies that work on a real income, not a trust fund
Mindset and self-development tools from actual coaching training, not just platitudes
A peek into real estate/investing as you build that path too
A little style, beauty, and confidence-building along the way
The podcast and newsletter (The Midlife GlowGetter) and blog as the deeper-dive home base - check out my link in bio.
Follow along — this is just the beginning of my best chapter, and I want you to have yours too.
Love, Jax
#midlifewomen
#transformyourlife
#womenover40
#emptynest
#midlifejourney
Make Midlife Your Best Chapter!
Daily glow chat...
How I make midlife my best chapter yet.
Here are my tip for you:
1 Guard your calendar 📆
I am here to be a light in a season that can be looked at as stressful and lonely and depressing.
This should not be the case.
These tips are a field guide for the empty-nest, midlife, reinvention-ready woman.
Let`s glow in midlife together...
Love, Jax
#midlifewomen
#transformyourlife
#womenover40
#emptynest
#midlifejourney
Down 199 lbs naturally in my 40’s.
Paid down $45k in debt.
This is how I transformed my midlife.
Now empty nester & single. I’m still not done. 80 more lbs to go. Want to create a community of like minded midlife women wanting to transform their life into the life of their dreams.
Podcast - The Midlife Glowgetter
Website: www.jaxstys.com
Free Newsletter & Guides in link in bio.
Soon to come glowgetter retreats in SC & CO.
Follow to get inspired to transform and reinvent into the woman of your dreams.
It is never too late!
Love, Jax
#womenover40
#midlifereinvention
#glowupafter40
#transformyourlife
#midlifewomen
