Supplements Matter, Lessons from a Carrot 🥕

Happy Tuesday friends,

Every Tuesday Sync Stack and newsletter will now focus on one or two of our 4 Sync Pillars—the foundation of couples' health:

🟢 Movement – co-created physical activity
🟡 Fuel – nutrition that powers both of you
🔵 Resilience – nervous system balance for calm and clarity
💛 Connection – deepen emotional attunement

Today's Focus: 🟡 Fuel + 🔵 Resilience

This week, we're exploring how the right nutrition powers both of you—and how proper supplementation supports your body's ability to handle stress and stay balanced.

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It was wings night, our Friday tradition. I pulled out the organic carrots from Whole Foods, washed and peeled them, and started chopping. Charlie, our dog, positioned himself at my feet like he always does, waiting for his veggie scraps.

I tossed him the carrot ends. He chewed, then spit them out. I tried again. Same thing. That's weird, I thought. Charlie doesn't turn down food.

A few carrots into dinner, I understood why. A perfumey, chemical taste hit my tongue. Blah! It was horrible and completely wrong. Three dollars and a bag of "organic" carrots went straight to jail, I mean the trash.

But it wasn't about the money. It was the question that kept nagging me: What did we just eat?

Here's what we're told: Eat a balanced diet, and you'll get all the vitamins and minerals you need. In theory? Sure. In reality? Between 1940 and 1991, the magnesium content in vegetables dropped by 24%. Essential minerals in our food have declined across the board.

Industrial farming has depleted our soil, and herbicides and pesticides alter the soil microbiome: the vital ecosystem that helps plants absorb nutrients in the first place. Our food looks the same, but it's nutritionally hollow.

Even if you're eating “perfectly”, modern life is working against you. Research shows that psychological and environmental stress depletes nutrients including magnesium, zinc, calcium, and iron. Environmental toxins increase your body's demands.

Take vitamin D for instance. A global study found that 76% of people worldwide have insufficient levels. Nearly half the population is deficient. You can do everything right and still come up short.

This is why supplements aren't a luxury; they're a necessity. Not because you're failing at eating well, but because the system is failing you. Your body is working overtime to combat stress, filter toxins, and compensate for what's missing in your food. It needs backup.

But here's the thing: you need to be smart about supplementing, or you'll just have expensive urine. Get tested. Work with your doctor to see your actual vitamin D levels, magnesium status, and other potential deficiencies. (Try Everlywell’s at-home Vitamin D & Inflammation Test) Testing takes the guesswork out and shows you exactly what your body needs.

That said, research shows most people are deficient in these five foundational nutrients:

So here's where most couples should start:

Most of these recommended picks are currently 20% off. These aren't optional extras; they're filling genuine nutritional gaps that diet alone can't bridge anymore.

Just a quick note: Not all supplements are the same. The company behind the product makes a difference; consider looking for third-party testing, quality sourcing, and transparency.

Building on that, follow up with your doctor to ensure these supplements don’t conflict with any medications you’re taking. Get tested to confirm your levels are improving. Taking them is step one; knowing they’re effective is step two.

On the “quick win” side of fueling your body, we’re still loving our IQ Bars. They’ve been a solid option for keeping blood sugar steady between meals, especially on days when stress runs high, or we’re juggling too much at once. Clean ingredients, high protein, and they actually taste good. Use code SimplyDished and start fueling with the smartest bar.

To bring it all together this week, sync your supplement stacks. Sit down together and honestly assess what you're both taking (or not taking), order what you're missing, and set up a system that makes taking them easy.

When one of you is nutrient-deficient, it affects both of you. Low vitamin D contributes to fatigue and mood issues. Magnesium deficiency increases stress and worsens sleep. None of those things make for a fun Friday wings night.

Those carrots taught me something important: We can't always trust that what looks healthy actually nourishes us. Sometimes, we need to be more intentional.

Start with your stack. Build it together.

What's in your supplement stack? Hit reply and let us know.

with love, 💜

Jaylene + Aaron
Sync Your Wellness

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