Building a Strong Health Foundation with doTERRA Products
"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." – Jim Rohn
Last time I shared with you that I was going to focus on my foundational wellness in the new year (you can find that post here). I know for many, this has become a focal point as well so I thought we’d dig a bit deeper into what foundational wellness is and what it looks like.
Achieving Foundational Wellness with doTERRA: A Comprehensive Guide
Wellness is more than just the absence of illness; it’s about living a vibrant, balanced, and fulfilling life. At its core lies foundational wellness—the essential building blocks of health that support our bodies and minds every day. In this guide, we’ll explore what foundational wellness is, why it matters, and how doTERRA’s innovative products, like the new VMG+, can empower you to take charge of your health. I’ll also share my daily routine as well.
What is Foundational Wellness?
Foundational wellness refers to the key pillars that sustain overall health. It focuses on creating balance and resilience in physical, emotional, and metabolic well-being. These pillars include:
Nutrition: Providing the body with essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients for energy and vitality.
Metabolic Health: Supporting a healthy metabolism to maintain energy levels and weight.
Gut Health: Promoting a thriving microbiome for digestion and immune support.
Immune Support: Strengthening the body’s natural defenses against environmental threats.
Stress Management: Cultivating emotional balance and restful sleep to handle life’s challenges.
By addressing these pillars, foundational wellness creates a solid base for long-term health and vitality.
doTERRA’s Foundational Products for Wellness*
doTERRA offers a range of products designed to support these pillars of wellness. Let’s take a closer look at how each product contributes to foundational health.
VMG+: A Nutritional Foundation
VMG+ is doTERRA’s latest innovation in foundational nutrition, designed to provide the essential vitamins, minerals, and greens your body needs for optimal function. It’s packed with bioavailable nutrients, meaning they are easily absorbed and utilized by your body.
One of the standout features of VMG+ is its inclusion of methylated vitamins, a crucial advancement for those with genetic variations affecting nutrient absorption. Methylation ensures that nutrients like folate and B12 are in their active forms, making them easily usable by the body. This supports energy, mood regulation, and overall well-being, providing a solid nutritional foundation for health.
This advanced formula not only supports overall health but also addresses common nutrient gaps that many experience in modern diets. Key benefits of VMG+ include:
Nutrition Blend: Includes plant-derived vitamins, minerals, and essential cofactors.
Superfood Blend: Promotes foundational health and vitality with phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.
Cellular Support Blend: Supports cellular health and antioxidant defenses.
Biotransformation Blend: Provides biologically enhanced nutrients via biotransformation.
Bioavailability Boosting Blend: Enhances absorption and retention of micronutrients, according to preclinical research.
Gut-Friendly Formula: Includes digestive enzymes to support better nutrient absorption and gentle digestion.
Liposomal Technology: Liposomal formulations encapsulate vitamins within tiny lipid spheres known as liposomes that shield the vitamins from premature breakdown and help them absorb directly into cells. This increases absorption more than 10x over standard vitamins.
Adding VMG+ to your daily routine is simple and effective. Take it in the morning with MetaPWR Advantage for a strong nutritional foundation that fuels your day. Combined with healthy eating and lifestyle habits, VMG+ can be a cornerstone of your wellness journey.
EO Mega+
So we have covered our micronutrients with VMG+. Now let's talk about Omegas.
Essential fatty acids play a vital role in heart health, cell growth, brain development, skin, eye, and metabolic health, muscle activity, immune function and joint health.
It's important to have a balanced ratio in the body of Omega-6s (which are inflammatory) and Omega-3s (which are anti-inflammatory).
Unfortunately, our diets contribute to a much higher level of inflammatory Omega-6's so that on average, we have a 16:1 ratio of 6s to 3s. You can see how this can be a big contributing factor for excess inflammation.
EO Mega+ delivers 900 milligrams of omega-3 fatty acids AND 800 milligrams of EPA and DHA to support foundational health.
95% of Americans fall short of the recommended levels of EPA and DHA and 82% of fish oil supplements on the market do not even comply with their own label claims for these ratios.
Now here's the game changer...the addition of Wild Orange essential oil sets our Omega product apart from all others.
Aside from the fact that limonene, the most prevalent chemistry found in Wild Orange, may help lower your risk of certain cancers and signs of aging by reducing the amount of oxidative stress on your body, in their clinical trial, doTERRA found that participants that took the Omega's w/ Wild Orange oil had a 7.2% drop in diastolic BP and a 23% drop in resting heart rate. They did not find these results with participants taking an Omega alone.
MetaPWR System
The MetaPWR system focuses on metabolic health, helping your body efficiently manage energy and weight. This suite of products includes:
MetaPWR Assist: Supports healthy blood sugar regulation and curbs cravings.
MetaPWR Advantage: Combines marine collagen with NMN and other powerful ingredients to promote cellular health, healthy aging, and energy.
MetaPWR Softgels: Conveniently deliver the MetaPWR blend to help maintain metabolic balance throughout the day.
MetaPWR Recharge: Provides the perfect balance of key electrolytes, natural plant extracts, and trace deep-ocean minerals to keep you healthy, hydrated
Digestive Support
A healthy gut is essential for nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall wellness. doTERRA’s digestive products provide comprehensive support to promote a thriving microbiome and optimal digestion:
PB Restore: A powerful probiotic designed to support gut health by replenishing beneficial bacteria. Its unique formula targets intestinal balance, contributing to overall immune resilience and digestive wellness.
PB Assist+: A complementary probiotic that helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome, promoting long-term gut health and digestive comfort.
TerraZyme: Digestive enzymes that aid in breaking down food and enhancing nutrient absorption.
DigestZen Blend: A soothing essential oil blend to alleviate occasional stomach upset and promote digestive ease.
Stress and Sleep Support
Stress management and quality sleep are crucial for maintaining energy and emotional balance. doTERRA offers:
Serenity Line: This comprehensive system includes the Serenity Restful Blend, Serenity Softgels, and Serenity Stick with Valerian are products designed to promote restful sleep and relaxation. The blend’s calming aroma sets the tone for relaxation, while the softgels support restorative sleep from within. One study showed that after 6 weeks of consistent use of the three products in this line, brain age markers were reduced by almost 7 years. (https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/science-research-news-sleep-system-epigenetic-research)
Adaptiv Line: A complete suite of stress management tools, including the Adaptiv Calming Blend, Adaptiv Capsules, and Adaptiv Touch Roll-On. These products are tailored to help reduce feelings of stress and promote emotional balance throughout the day.
Immune Support
Strengthening your immune system is vital, especially during colder months. doTERRA’s immune-supportive products include:
On Guard Blend: A versatile blend that cleanses surfaces and supports respiratory health.
DDR Prime: A cellular complex that promotes healthy cellular function and renewal.
Why Foundational Wellness Matters
Foundational wellness isn’t just about feeling good today; it’s about building resilience for the future. Studies show that consistent attention to nutrition, stress management, and other foundational elements can lead to improved energy levels, better focus, and a reduced risk of chronic health issues. By addressing modern lifestyle challenges like nutrient gaps, stress, and poor sleep, doTERRA’s products provide the tools to create a balanced and fulfilling life.
How to Build Your Wellness Routine with doTERRA
Establishing a daily routine with doTERRA products can help you integrate wellness into every part of your day. Here’s an example:
Morning: Start with VMG+ and MetaPWR Advantage to fuel your body with nutrients and metabolic support. Diffuse Adaptiv or Peppermint to energize your morning.
Midday: Take MetaPWR Assist before lunch to support healthy digestion and blood sugar levels. Apply DigestZen to ease any digestive discomfort.
Evening: Unwind with Serenity or Copaiba to promote restful sleep. Reflect on your day and practice gratitude for a positive mindset.
Consistency is key. Even small, daily habits can lead to significant changes over time.
Personalizing Your Wellness Plan
Every individual’s journey to wellness is unique. Here are some tips to tailor your plan:
Energy and Focus: Combine VMG+ with MetaPWR Advantage and Adaptiv.
Stress Relief: Use Adaptiv throughout the day and Serenity in the evening.
Immune Support: Prioritize On Guard and PB Assist+ during seasonal changes.
What I’m doing
I’ve spent the last few months trying to drill down to the basics of what supports my health goals during this current season. Here is a snapshot of my wellness routine:
Morning: I start my day with VMG+, MetaPWR Advantage with a drop of DigestZen oil. I take 2 MetaPWR Mito2Max to help with focus and concentration, 3 EO Mega+ for brain health, and 3 Terrazyme.
Midday: 1 MetaPWR Assist & 1 PB Restore before lunch.
Evening: 3 Terrazyme and MetaPWR Recharge -to help combat oxidative stress and help support cellular recovery.
Bedtime: Serenity Stick with Valerian. I find that this is all I need to help get a good, restorative, and restful night’s sleep.
Since everybody’s body is different, what works for me may be different for someone else. But starting with the foundational products of VMG+, EO Mega, and PB Restore, you set your body up with the nutrition and support it needs to function properly. Then adding in the specific solutions for the challenges you face will give your body the best chance to repair and heal as it was designed to do. But the basics are here for all to start with.
Ready to take the first step toward foundational wellness? Assess your health goals and consider which doTERRA products can best support your journey. VMG+ is a great starting point, providing essential nutrients for overall vitality. Whether you’re new to doTERRA or looking to expand your routine, there’s no better time to prioritize your health.
Foundational wellness is the key to living a vibrant and balanced life. By incorporating doTERRA’s products into your daily routine, you can build a solid foundation for long-term health. Small, intentional steps—like starting your day with VMG+ or winding down with Serenity—can make a world of difference. Embrace the possibilities, and let doTERRA be your partner in achieving your wellness goals. Here’s to a healthier, happier you!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
