Have you ever wondered how to streamline your health routine without overwhelming your budget or time? 
 
Today Karen is joined by returning guest and 3564’s podcast’s Digital Content and Brand Strategy Director Megan Steen. Megan divulges her secrets to optimizing your well-being with vitamins and supplements. From her meticulous use of a pill organizer to the game-changing Gem Bite, packed with superfoods like turmeric and probiotics, Megan shares her transformative journey towards better gut and skin health. Her practical tips will inspire you to simplify your supplement regimen while reaping maximum benefits. Discover affordable supplement options from Target and Costco that don't compromise on quality. Learn from Megan's personal experiences and insights gained from annual health check-ups and blood work. Our discussion touches on the psychological advantages of a consistent wellness routine and weighs the pros and cons of getting nutrients solely from food versus supplements. Whether you're navigating midlife or just beginning your health journey, Megan’s insights offer valuable guidance on making informed and effective choices that won’t break the bank.  
 
Megan Steen, our own Digital Content and Brand Strategy Director of the thirtyfivesixtyfour podcast, lives in Orange County, CA, and balances a dynamic career with family life alongside her husband and two toddlers. With roots in Northern California and a passion for sports inherited from her father, a sports writer, Megan is a devoted fan of the San Francisco Giants and 49ers. Her decade-long blog, With Love, Aunt Megs, reflects her personal musings and advice. Currently Director of Growth Marketing at Quest Software, Megan oversees international teams driving diverse marketing initiatives. Beyond work, she cherishes genuine connections, hosting annual vision board parties and participating in a brunch club. She finds solace in nature, whether strolling on local beaches, breathing in the crisp air of Lake Tahoe, or marveling at Big Sur's beauty. Megan's insightful podcast episode on navigating grief, "Loving a Widower," showcases her heartfelt storytelling and empathy. 

 
In this episode: 

• Megan uses a pill organizer to ensure consistent daily supplement intake. 

• The Gem Bite offers a nutrient-dense option for gut and skin health. 

• Liquid collagen, tracking through bloodwork. 

• How do you know supplements are working? Annual health check-ups and blood work provide valuable health insights. 

• Affordable supplement options at Target and Costco. 

• Kombucha improves digestion and immunity, boosting gut health. 

• Weekly vitamin B complex shots enhance energy, focus, and mood. 

• IV infusion treatments offer potential wellness benefits, especially post-events. 

• Monthly costs of supplements, how much is excreted vs. used in your body? 

• Discussing the importance of starting with existing supplements before buying new ones. 

• Insights into middle-age health routines and the mental comfort of healthy choices. 

• Mid-life jokes, fitness adventures, ironman races. 

• Follow, subscribe, share, and rate….Send me your comments and feedback on the show! 
   
  ThirtyFiveSixtyFour is a podcast for listeners between the ages of 35 and 64. Available on all major podcast platforms, the show offers an engaging journey through the various challenges and experiences of midlife. ThirtyFiveSixtyFour presents a distinct departure from the traditional midlife crisis storyline. Instead, it champions the perspective that midlife should be viewed as a period marked by play, discovery, transformation and possibility. With new episodes released weekly, ThirtyFiveSixtyFour is positioned to become one of the fastest-growing podcasts of the year, providing both valuable insights and entertainment for those in the middle. 
   
  So, subscribe and get ready to join show host Karen and the ThirtyFiveSixtyFour regulars for both serious and fun conversations around living middle age to the fullest. After all, it’s not too late. You’re not too old. And you’re definitely NOT dead. 

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