Dr. Shake
My Personal Nutritional Shake & Health Journey
Why I Felt Different | Lisa Ramos
Why I'm Sharing Dr. Shake
In my memoir, Why I Felt Different, I share my experiences with ongoing digestive health challenges and the many steps I took while searching for answers. During this journey, I began working with a physician who recommended a daily nutritional shake along with various supplements. I started referring to this routine as "Dr. Shake." Because readers may be curious about the ingredients, I wanted to share what became part of my personal routine. This is not a treatment recommendation. It is simply one part of my personal story.
🥤 What's in My Morning Shake?
Below are the ingredients and supplements that were part of my personal routine. I've separated the ingredients blended into the shake from the supplements taken alongside it.
Please note: This information documents what I personally used. It is not a recommended recipe or supplement regimen. Always consult your healthcare professional before making changes to your diet or taking supplements.
Shake Ingredients
- 3 oz — Green Valley Low Fat Organic Kefir, Lactose-Free
- 3 oz — Harmless Harvest Dairy-Free Mango Probiotic Drink
- 3 oz — Three Trees Organic Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1 teaspoon — Jarrow Formulas L-Glutamine
- 1 packet — GutSupp Prebiotic
- 1 teaspoon — Ceylon Cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons — Garden of Life Raw Organics Flax & Chia Blend
- 1 teaspoon or more — Sari Foods Organic Acacia Fiber Powder
Additional Daily Routine: Along with the morning shake and supplements, my routine also included a separate turmeric liquid shot.
Supplements Taken with My Shake
- Garden of Life Raw Probiotics Ultimate Care
- Pendulum
- MegaSporeBiotic
- ProOmega 2000
- TUDCA — Double Wood
- L-Theanine — Double Wood
- Vitamin D
- Raw Vitamin C
- Vitamin K2 (MK-7)
- Zinc — Garden of Life
Supplement dosages have been omitted from this public list. The appropriate use and dosage of supplements should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.
My Personal Experience
My digestive health journey involved much more than nutritional supplements. I worked with medical professionals and explored several approaches to managing my symptoms. Over time, I experienced encouraging improvements in my health. However, because multiple aspects of my treatment plan were changing, I cannot determine which changes contributed to those improvements.
I share this information because I understand how challenging it can be to search for answers while dealing with ongoing health problems. My hope is that sharing my experiences encourages others to advocate for themselves and work closely with qualified healthcare professionals.
Important Medical Disclaimer
The information shared on this page reflects my personal experience and is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or as a recommendation to use any particular supplement. Although I experienced improvements in my health while following a treatment plan that included this shake, I cannot determine which changes contributed to those improvements. I am not claiming that the shake or its ingredients have been scientifically proven to treat or cure any medical condition. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before taking supplements, particularly if you have an existing medical condition or take prescription medications. What worked for me may not be appropriate or safe for someone else.
Coming in 2027
📖 Why I Felt Different — A Memoir
My memoir shares a much broader personal journey of survival, creativity, health challenges, and eventually understanding why I had felt different for so many years.
Learn more about my story and the upcoming publication of my memoir.