Supplements are everywhere, but they become truly powerful when they are personal, aligned with your season of life, and chosen with intention. Right now, you might be in the middle of perimenopause like I am – and I want to share openly about the supplements that are genuinely helping me feel more supported, grounded, and like myself again.

This isn’t a “take what I take” story. It’s an invitation to listen to your body, consider testing, and explore the nutrients and formulas that might support you in this powerful transition.

My Perimenopause Journey And Why I Turned To Supplements

Perimenopause arrived quietly at first – a little anxiety here, a random sleepless night there – and then it started speaking louder. Night sweats, mood swings, brain fog, and restless sleep became more common. Some days I felt totally fine, and other days I could tell my hormones were running the show.

Life, of course, didn’t slow down. Responsibilities, relationships, and everyday stress were still there, and I found myself trying to keep up with a body that was clearly changing.

At some point I realized: white‑knuckling my way through this season wasn’t working. I needed support. Real support. Not random bottles from the store, but thoughtful, targeted supplementation based on what my body was actually asking for.

That’s when I leaned into two things:

Testing wherever possible.
Building a small “toolkit” of supplements that truly make a difference.

Why Testing Matters Before Supplementing

I don’t believe in blindly taking everything “just in case.” Testing has become a big part of my approach.

When you test (with blood work, hormone panels, or micronutrient testing through a practitioner), you:

See what you’re actually low in.
Avoid overdoing things you don’t need.
Make clearer, more confident supplement choices.

Symptoms are important, too. Poor sleep, anxiety, hot flashes, and digestive changes are real signals. But combining how you feel with real data from testing gives you a much stronger foundation for knowing what to take and why.

From there, I’ve built a core foundation – and magnesium sits right at the center.

Magnesium: My Daily Non‑Negotiable

If there’s one supplement I believe almost everyone can benefit from, especially during perimenopause, it’s magnesium.

Magnesium is involved in hundreds of reactions in the body, but here’s how it shows up in everyday life:

It helps your muscles relax
Less tight neck, fewer cramps, less jaw clenching. When you’re low in magnesium, your body can feel tense and tight. When levels are supported, you feel softer and more at ease in your own skin.
It calms your nervous system
Magnesium supports the calming neurotransmitters in your brain. That can translate into feeling less edgy, less anxious, and more able to unwind at the end of the day.
It supports deep, restful sleep
Magnesium helps your body shift from “fight or flight” into “rest and repair.” For me, that means falling asleep easier and staying asleep more deeply.
It steadies energy and stress
Magnesium is involved in energy production and how your body handles stress hormones. Instead of feeling wired then wiped, you’re more likely to feel steady and grounded.

With modern stress, processed foods, and depleted soils, many people simply don’t get enough magnesium from diet alone. For me, magnesium has become a daily anchor, and I truly feel off when I skip it.

The Sleep Duo I’m Loving: Deep Sleep Formula + Extended Deep Formula

Sleep has been one of the biggest challenges of perimenopause. I’ve had nights where I fell asleep exhausted, only to wake at 2 or 3 am with a racing mind. The next day, everything feels harder.

Two BIOptimizers formulas have made a huge difference for me:

Deep Sleep Formula – Blue Berry
Extended Deep Formula – Tropical Dreams

Together, they’ve become my “sleep duo.”

How they support my sleep

In simple terms, this duo helps me:

Wind down in the evening instead of staying wired.
Fall asleep faster, without hours of tossing and turning.
Stay asleep longer and wake up fewer times at night.
Feel like my sleep is actually restorative, not just “time in bed.”

They do this with ingredients like magnesium, glycine, taurine, L‑theanine, and calming plant extracts that gently quiet the nervous system and support natural sleep cycles.

Why melatonin‑free matters so much to me

One of my favorite things about this sleep duo is that both formulas are melatonin‑free.

Melatonin is a hormone your brain naturally makes. While it can be useful occasionally, I personally don’t want to rely on a hormone every night. For some people, melatonin can cause:

Morning grogginess or a “sleep hangover.”
Strange or overly intense dreams.
A feeling of dependence over time.

These formulas work differently. They help set the stage for sleep by calming the body and mind so your own melatonin and sleep systems can do their job. For my perimenopause sleep struggles, that has felt like a more gentle and sustainable solution.

MassZymes: Support For My Changing Digestion

Another big shift in this season has been digestion. Meals that used to be no big deal suddenly felt heavy. I noticed more bloating and that “rock in the stomach” feeling after certain foods.

MassZymes, a high‑potency digestive enzyme from BIOptimizers, has become a staple in my routine.

What MassZymes does for me:

Helps break down protein, fats, and carbs more completely.
Reduces bloating and that sluggish, overly full feeling after meals.
Supports better nutrient absorption from the food I’m already eating.
Makes heavier meals feel more manageable.

Our natural enzyme production can decline with age and stress. Having MassZymes on hand feels like giving my digestive system a teammate instead of asking it to do everything alone.

Stress Guardian: A Cushion For My Stress Response

Perimenopause doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It happens right in the middle of real life – relationships, work, family, responsibilities. I’ve noticed that my stress response can feel more sensitive now than it did years ago. The same situation just hits harder.

Stress Guardian has been a meaningful support here.

For me, it helps:

Take the edge off stress so I feel less reactive.
Support a more stable mood on busy or emotionally heavy days.
Reduce that feeling of hitting a wall or burning out.

It’s built around adaptogens and nutrients that help your body adapt to stress rather than simply numbing it. I still feel like myself – just with more internal cushioning.

Mushroom Breakthrough Chocolicious: Brain, Mood, And Glow In A Cup

Mushroom Breakthrough Chocolicious is one of the more fun parts of my routine. It’s a functional mushroom and collagen drink that happens to taste like a cozy chocolate treat.

Why I enjoy it:

It supports focus and mental clarity, which is huge when brain fog tries to creep in.
It offers calm, gentle energy instead of a jittery buzz.
It helps support skin, hair, and joints thanks to the added collagen.
It feels like a nurturing ritual, not just another “supplement chore.”

In a phase of life where both brain and body are asking for extra care, having a delicious, supportive drink like this feels like an act of self‑kindness.

Berberine Breakthrough: Metabolic Support For A Changing Body

As hormones shift, it’s common to notice changes in blood sugar, weight around the midsection, and cholesterol. You might feel like you’re doing everything “right,” but your body responds differently than it used to.

Berberine Breakthrough is part of my toolkit for supporting healthy metabolism and blood sugar.

For me, it helps:

Support steadier blood sugar and fewer dramatic highs and lows.
Encourage better handling of carbohydrates.
Support healthy weight and energy alongside good food and movement.

It’s not about perfection. It’s about giving my body support in an area that often becomes more challenging during perimenopause.

Why I Choose BIOptimizers For These Supplements

There are countless supplement brands out there, and it can be overwhelming. I gravitate to BIOptimizers for a few clear reasons:

They use high‑quality ingredients and thoughtful, advanced formulas.
Their products are third‑party tested for quality and purity.
They offer a 365‑day return policy, which tells me they stand behind what they make.

If you feel drawn to try any of the supplements I’ve mentioned, you can visit bioptimizers.com and use my code clarita10 for a special discount just for you.

A Gentle Reminder Before You Try Anything New

I’m sharing my personal experience and what I’m loving right now in my perimenopause journey. This is not medical advice.

Please:

Talk with your doctor or healthcare provider before starting or changing any supplement.
Make sure what you take is safe for your unique health situation, especially if you use medications or have medical conditions.
Remember that your body is unique – what supports me may look different for you.

My hope is that this blog doesn’t just make you buy more supplements, but inspires you to listen more deeply to your body, get curious, test when you can, and choose support that truly feels aligned with where you are in your life.

Best Regards,

Clarita, Founder of Claridad