{"title":"Daily Foundations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe core supplements every patient starts with. Clinically selected by Rafael Carvalho, Naturopathic Practitioner and Functional Blood Chemistry Analyst, these are the daily essentials that form the foundation of any solid wellness protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"omega-3s","title":"OMEGA 3's","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmega-3s are essential — meaning your body cannot make them. You must get them from food or supplementation. And most people are not getting nearly enough. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two key players: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) — 720 mg per serving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Reduces systemic inflammation, supports cardiovascular health, and plays a critical role in mood regulation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) — 480 mg per serving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Essential for brain function, neurological health, and eye health \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Omega 3 delivers 2,400 mg of high-potency fish oil concentrate per serving — sourced from anchovy, mackerel, sardine, skipjack, and tuna. Purified, sustainably sourced, and free from artificial additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour brain, heart, and joints are asking for one thing: Omega-3s. Carvalho Wellness Omega 3 — pharmaceutical-grade fish oil. Not the oxidized bargain-shelf stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e720 mg EPA + 480 mg DHA per serving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 2,400 mg high-potency fish oil concentrate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 No artificial additives | No corn, soy, or dairy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 Sustainably sourced \u0026amp; purified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 Third-Party Tested | GMP Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Omega-3 levels are linked to: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❌ Chronic inflammation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❌ Cardiovascular risk \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❌ Brain fog and poor concentration \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❌ Mood disorders \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❌ Dry skin and joint discomfort \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e people notice improvements in joint comfort, mental clarity, and energy within 4–8 weeks of consistent use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not the bargain-shelf fish oil that oxidizes on the shelf before it reaches your cells. This is clinical-grade Omega-3 — the kind we actually recommend to our own patients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Methylated Forms | ✅ Zero Fillers | ✅ Third-Party Tested | ✅ GMP Certified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carvalho's wellness ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52932805951851,"sku":"B223RCW","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/2919\/4091\/files\/B223_RCW_Omega_3DS_60s_Omega_3_Carvalho.jpg?v=1771783614"},{"product_id":"vitamin-d3-5000-iu-k2","title":"VITAMIN D3 5000 IU + K2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 70% of Americans are deficient in Vitamin D — and most don't know it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn New England, where sun exposure is limited most of the year, the numbers are even higher. We see it every day in labs — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatients coming in between 15–30 ng\/mL when optimal is 80-100 ng\/mL. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut here's what most people miss: Vitamin D3 without K2 is an incomplete protocol. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Vitamin D3 — 5,000 IU (as Cholecalciferol) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Supports immune regulation, mood, bone density, hormone production, and inflammatory response. Also significantly increases calcium absorption. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Vitamin K2 — 180 mcg (as MK7, from vitaMK7™ by Gnosis) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ This is the critical partner. K2 acts as a calcium traffic director — it drives calcium INTO the bones and teeth where it belongs, and AWAY from arteries and soft tissue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithout K2, supplementing with higher doses of D3 can result in excess calcium being deposited in the wrong places — a real cardiovascular concern over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis combination is the standard of care in functional medicine for a reason. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow your Vitamin D level. Correct it. Protect your health long-term.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Living in New England? Your Vitamin D is almost certainly low. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e And taking D3 alone without K2 may be doing more harm than good. Carvalho Wellness Vitamin D3 5000 IU + K2 — the clinical combo your body actually needs: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 🔹 5,000 IU D3 (Cholecalciferol) — immune, hormone \u0026amp; bone support \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 180 mcg MK7 K2 (vitaMK7™ by Gnosis) — directs calcium to bones, not arteries \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 Vegetarian capsule | No wheat, soy, or dairy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 Zero fillers | Third-Party Tested | GMP Certified Don't just take D3. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ask us about testing your Vitamin D levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Methylated Forms | ✅ Zero Fillers | ✅ Third-Party Tested | ✅ GMP Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carvalho's wellness ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52932826333547,"sku":"C273RCW","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/2919\/4091\/files\/C273RCWVitaminD35000IU_K2Capsules100sCarvalho.jpg?v=1771785077"},{"product_id":"bris-best-prenatal","title":"BRI'S BEST Multivitamin","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost over-the-counter multivitamins are built for the shelf not for your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe biggest problem? 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No fillers. No flow agents. No binders. No rice flour, no silicon dioxide, no magnesium stearate. Just pure magnesium bisglycinate chelate in a clean powder that dissolves easily into water or any beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eServing size: 2 scoops \/ approximately 1 teaspoon (2.6g) | \u003cstrong\u003eAbout 100 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e per 260g container. Mix into water, juice, or a warm beverage — ideal taken in the evening to support sleep and overnight muscle recovery, or split morning and evening based on your clinician's guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe powder format is a deliberate clinical choice. It allows precise, flexible dosing. It bypasses the binders and fillers required to compress magnesium into capsule or tablet form. And it makes compliance easy — no swallowing a handful of pills, just a clean scoop in your evening drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMel's Magnesium Max is the foundation supplement. Before peptides, before hormones, before advanced protocols — if magnesium is depleted, nothing else works the way it should. Sleep suffers. Stress response suffers. Muscles suffer. 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