Note: I am not a doctor. This is not meant to diagnose you. This blog is share what supplements I have found day-to-day value in. I highly recommend blood work before taking any supplements to discover any deficiencies or any overproductions. Some supplements are not fat-soluble and therefore can build up in your system in a very negative way. I do not gain any monetary benefits from any of these links. 

It still irritates me that it took 39 years to understand that I have hypermobility. With all of the injuries I’ve experienced in my life, and all of the co-morbidities, it’s annoying to realize how many doctors have missed this. Hell, I even had a doctor tell me, “Your shoulders are genetically looser than most people,” after I blew my left shoulder out doing CrossFit. I’m extremely lucky that it only turned out to be bicep tendonitis and a rotator cuff injury that healed after a steroid shot!

The benefits, however, are that I’ve seen plenty of doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors (of all kinds), occupational therapists and neuropathic practitioners to know a thing or two about a thing or two. This includes doing a ton of research on recommendations for hypermobility supplements!

So I’d like to share my top hypermobility supplements that I take almost daily (I say almost because I have ADHD and true routines are impossible) and I’ll explain why, but you’re strongly encouraged to do your own research!

My Favorite Hypermobility Supplements

Magnesium

Modern society has some serious deficiencies when it comes to certain vitamins and minerals—Magnesium is no exception. This might be considered a wonder supplement because of all the ways it benefits your body and your mind.

Deficiency Side Effects

• Muscle cramps
• Fatigue
• High blood pressure
• Irregular eye movements
• Insomnia

Benefits

• Nervous system regulation (we’re all just anxious cucumbers, right?)
• Helping muscles relax (a hypermobility requirement!)
• Alleviate fatigue
• Soften stools
• Lower inflammation (inflammation is awful for hypermobile joints and anxiety issues!)

Foods To Find It In

• Bananas
• Black Beans
• Spinach
• Avocado
• Pumpkin Seeds
• Dark Chocolate (music to my ears!)

Vitamin D

The vast majority of people will most likely discover they have a Vitamin D deficiency, because we spend less and less time outside. When I received my bloodwork back not too long ago, I had severely low Vitamin D in my system, and extremely high Calcium. Turns out, Vitamin D is required for the body to process Calcium properly, so the imbalances made perfect sense.

Deficiency Side Effects

• Bone pain
• Low energy
• Weight gain
• Hair loss
• Fatigue

Benefits

• Helps your body process Calcium, possibly decreasing the odds of bone disease like Osteoporosis.
• Reducing inflammation
• Boosting your immune response
• Possibly helps regulate your mood

Foods To Find It In

• Fish
• Eggs
• Mushrooms
• Some cheeses

Iron

I recently learned that those with hypermobility are prone to iron deficiencies. According to studies, this is due to the natural malabsorption issues of the hypermobile body. I can normally tell when I have a deficiency when I’m constantly bruising on my legs for no reason or my hands/feet can’t stay warm! I have also noticed less joint pain as I take it more steadily.

Deficiency Side Effects

• Fatigue
• Easily bruised
• Pale skin
• Headaches
• Cold hands/feet
• Anemia

Benefits

• Assists your body in transporting oxygen throughout your systems
• Producing white blood cells for your immune system
• Lifting fatigue
• Reduced bruising
• Assists in regulating certain hormones

Foods To Find It In

• Red meat
• Sea food
• Poultry
• Eggs
• Legumes
• Dark leafy greens

Vitamin C

Vitamin C isn’t just there to fight off scurvy! I have to admit, I struggle with getting enough Vitamin C mainly because of my neurodivergencey—fruits and veggies seriously aren’t “my thing.” However, it’s vital for keeping our meat suits functioning! However, I recently learned that Vitamin C is vital for collagen production for connective tissue, so I began to include it in my daily regimine. Lord knows my hypermobile joints need all the support they can get!

Deficiency Side Effects

• Scurvy
• Wounds that struggle to heal
• Sore gums
• Fatigue
• Rough skin
• Painful and swollen joints

Benefits

• Assisting in the production of collagen
• Your scars don’t open up
• Your skin may soften
• Preventing bone loss

Foods To Find It In

• Mango
• Peppers
• Pineapple
• Spinach
• Cauliflower
• Cabbage