Our Partners.
Thank you for supporting Dysunderstood.
I wanted to dedicate a post to the partners that have supported Dysunderstood as we have grown from an idea to a blossoming community. I am so thankful to have a creative and supportive group making this endeavor possible.
I wanted this community to know that I have selected partners that I completely trust and whose missions align with Dysunderstood.
Not only do their products contribute to my DAILY wellbeing, but these companies and brands support the chronic illness community and want to to help us grow and spread the message of Dysunderstood.
Vitassium®.
First I want to thank Vitassium by Salt Stick - the primary sponsor of dysunderstood!
Vitassium is a “reliable sodium source that is easy on the stomach” and comes in small capsules- it doesn’t get better!
I started taking Vitassium capsules a few days after my diagnosis, and I haven’t missed a day since. I take it every morning with my other supplements at breakfast, and I swear by its ability to start my day off on the right foot. I depend on this habit to get ahead of my hydration every day.
FROM VITASSIUM:
“Vitassium® is a medical food specifically formulated to provide sodium and potassium for the clinical dietary management for patients with autonomic dysfunction including Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Cystic Fibrosis (CF), and Vasovagal Syncope, when increased plasma volume has been shown to be beneficial. If you use Vitassium or another SaltStick product for these purposes, or if this describes a child or dependent you care for, we encourage you to join the Vitassium Club today. “
I want to bring special attention to the Vitassium Club which is a super convenient way to make sure you always have your reliable source of salt.
Through Vitassium Club, you automatically get 25% OFF your purchase of Vitassium and membership is FREE for those who qualify. You can apply HERE. Other benefits include access to the newest medical research/literature.
Another Vitassium product that has joined my treatment tool belt is the Vitassium Fast Chews, which are a delicious way to quickly get some extra electrolytes. They are chewable and absorb directly in your mouth for fast-acting electrolytes. (My favorite are the fruit punch :)
You can find Vitassium on instagram @vitassium and at their website.
“Pro Tip: In the morning, take your Vitassium Capsules with a big glass of water before you hop on the coffee train :) ”
NURSE MATES®
The next partner I have been so grateful to work with is Nurse Mates®.
They are experts in creating shoes and accessories that include both modern comfort technologies and style. They are committed to making compression socks (a must for us), shoes, backpacks and bags that “meet the demands of medical professionals across the country.”
Nurse Mates® understands that not only healthcare providers, but also patients and people on-the-go, benefit from their products, and so they have supported Dysunderstood.
As a soon-to-be medical student, future healthcare provider and person living with chronic illness, these products are a staple. I wear my compression socks on road trips, the airplane, while sitting in class, after a day on my feet, after a shower, and more. My personal Nurse Mates® favorites are the Lightweight Compression Socks, the CBD compression Socks , The Align™ Harper Knit, and The Align™ Torri.
Accessibility Features of Dysunderstood are brought to you by Nurse Mates®. They are passionate about creating an effective, comfortable and inclusive experience for their community, just like we are.
They will be helping me host a giveaway with Dysunderstood in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for fun, free and effective items!
Follow Nurse Mates® on instagram @nursematesbrand and at their website.
P.S. Nurse Mates® is having a back-to-school sale right now that you don’t want to miss.
ReLeafpack
ReLeafpack is our newest partner that I am so excited to share with you!
ReLeafpack makes “cold therapy a magical experience.” They make long-lasting ice packs that are flexible, weighted, vegan and soft for a one-of-a-kind cooling experience. ReLeafpacks come in so many different colors and designs, which to me, makes recovery more fun.
One aspect of the company that I love is that ReLeafpack is owned and operated by women (yay!) and was created by someone with chronic illness who was looking for something to help manage her pain. She created something so amazing that she decided to share it with the world- and we are so glad she did!
ReLeafpack is especially beneficial for me as my symptoms tend to worsen in the heat (due to my heat intolerance). ReLeafpacks, though, are also helpful in easing pain, getting you through a migraine, and more. I take my ReLeafpack with me to run errands on a hot day, around the house, and even on hikes (see the pic below).
ReLeafpack has been generous to provide a discount code to our community!!!
Use Dys20 at checkout to get 20% off your purchase.
You can find them @releafpack on instagram and at their website.
Thank you again to our partners, and thank you to our community. Stay tuned for more stories and announcements to come.