from a former teacher who really wishes she had this sooner
If you’ve ever taught all day in high-waisted pants, scarfed down a “lunch” standing over your desk, and ended the day feeling like a bloated balloon, just know: SAME BESTIE.
As a former classroom teacher, my days were go-go-go from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM (and sometimes beyond), and I never had time to slow down — let alone take care of my gut health, hydration, or inflammation.
Now that I’m out of the classroom and writing curriculum and educating teachers full-time, I’ve found a routine that works for my body instead of against it. I call it my Anti-Bloat Stack, and I truly wish I’d had it when I was still teaching.
So What’s in My Anti-Bloat Stack?
These are the natural peptides I take daily from MAKE Wellness that help me manage bloat, energy, and focus — without stimulants, sugar crashes, or artificial junk.
1. Lean (Capsule - 2 in the morning)
Lean is a metabolism-supporting, anti-inflammatory blend that helps with:
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Reducing bloating
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Supporting digestion
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Managing cravings throughout the day
2. Fit + Hydrated (Powder - mixed with water each morning)
These two are my dynamic duo:
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Fit helps with muscle recovery and building lean strength, especially after workouts
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Hydrated has electrolytes to beat bloat and keep me energized without relying on coffee or soda
I mix them together in my Owala first thing in the morning and sip while I move my body.
3. Focused (Capsule - once daily) + Energized (Powder - mixed with water)
While not technically “anti-bloat,” this combo's a secret weapon for mental clarity and improved energy - because when I’m clear-headed and renewed, I make better choices (and don’t go reaching for processed snacks and more coffee just to “wake up”).
My Daily Routine (Now vs. Teaching Days)
Then (in the classroom):
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Coffee #1 before sunrise
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Rushed breakfast
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Coffee #2 mid-morning
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No water bottle in sight
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Holding my pee until 3 PM
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Bloated, foggy, and exhausted by 6 PM
Now (working from home or my on campus office):
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💧 Lean + Fit + Hydrated with water after my morning workout
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🍳 Balanced breakfast I actually sit down to eat
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🧠 Focused capsule and Energized with water when I start deep work or Zoom meetings
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💦 Refill my water 2-3 times a day - thanks, Owala
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🧘 Calm peptide before bed = less scrolling, better sleep
Where to Start (and Why It Matters)
I’m not a doctor - but I am someone who tried everything from caffeine overload to elimination diets. What I’ve found with peptides is that they’re:
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Natural
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Actually effective
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Easy to build into your routine
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Affordable when you compare to energy drinks, extra snacks, or coffee shop runs
And most importantly: I feel good.
Less bloat, more energy, more focus = a better version of me showing up every day.
Anti-Bloat & Energy Support Tips for Teachers Who Don’t Get A Lot of Breaks
1. Make Your Water Work Harder
If you don’t have time to sip all day, load up on water with
Hydrated + Fit first thing in the morning.
- Sip during your commute
- Add ice to keep it cool until your prep or lunch period
- One big bottle = a head start on hydration and bloat relief
*Bonus: Hydrated helps with water retention and puffiness,
especially if your water intake is inconsistent.*
2. Snack Smart, Not Complicated
If you can’t sit down for a meal, aim for snack packs that
combine protein + fiber:
- Turkey jerky + a handful of berries
- Greek yogurt tube + cashews
- Protein bar you actually like
- Hard-boiled egg + mini rice cakes
*Keep them in your desk drawer, teacher bag, or fridge so
you’re not stuck scavenging for snacks and sadness.*
3. Use Peptides as a Quick Win
Peptides like Lean and Focused are perfect for teachers
because they:
- Take seconds to use
- Don’t require food or prep
- Support metabolism and mental clarity (even when you’re eating on the run)
*Keep them with your morning water or stash a Focused
capsule in your teacher bag for the midday fog.*
4. Double Up When You Can
No time to “meal prep”? Totally fair.
Instead:
- Make double dinner and pack the leftovers
- Keep freezer-friendly mini meals (turkey meatballs, veggie soup) to grab + go
- Use Sunday as a reset, not a full prep day
*Even a little planning = fewer desperate decisions at 2:45
PM*
5. Bathroom Boundaries (Yes, Really)
You deserve to pee. Period.
If you struggle to find a moment, talk with your team about:
- A buddy teacher who can swap quick coverage
- Asking admin for scheduled breaks (especially if pregnant, nursing, or on
meds)
- Using your tech tools to communicate: “Stepping out for 2 minutes – BRB!”
*You’re a human first. Not a robot.*
I Wish I’d Had This as a Teacher
Because when you’re giving your all to your students, there’s often nothing left for yourself.
This routine is how I’ve reclaimed my energy - and how I now support other teachers who want to feel better without adding more to their plate.
Want to try my stack?
Here’s my MAKE Wellness referral link and I’m always happy to answer questions if you’re curious but overwhelmed.
You don’t need to overhaul your life. You just need something that actually works with your body.
Let’s feel good again, okay?
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