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The Vital Role of Vitamin C in the Hypermobile, Neurodivergent Body
Many people with hypermobility and neurodivergence recognise patterns that seem unconnected: easy bruising, bleeding gums, slow wound healing, and prolonged recovery after illness. While explained separately, these experiences share a common thread. Vitamin C is a nutrient your body spends continuously on collagen formation, histamine breakdown, and stress regulation. When physiological demand exceeds supply, subtle symptoms emerge. Discover why hypermobile bodies often need
Maya Illipse
Jul 215 min read


Magnesium for Neurodivergence (ADHD & Autism)
Research shows low magnesium is very common in ADHD and autism, with one study finding deficiency in up to 96% of affected children. Supplementing can reduce hyperactivity, improve sleep, calm sensory overload, and support emotional regulation. This guide covers why levels run low, what the research shows, and how to use magnesium safely.
Maya Illipse
May 246 min read


Magnesium & Hypermobility
Magnesium is one of the most commonly recommended supplements for people with hypermobility, but many are not sure why. This guide explains how magnesium supports muscle relaxation, nervous system regulation, and energy, why deficiency is common, and how to choose the right form and dose. Learn what to look for, what to be careful about, and how magnesium fits into a broader approach to movement and recovery.

Ines Illipse
May 178 min read


Collagen and Hypermobility: Supportive Tool or Wellness Myth?
Collagen is often recommended for joint stability and connective tissue support, but does it truly help people with hypermobility? This evidence informed guide explores what collagen does inside the body, whether it can influence tissue strength, and why protein, mechanical loading, and nervous system health matter more than any single supplement. A calm, science grounded perspective for those navigating HSD and hEDS without hype or false promises.
Maya Illipse
Feb 96 min read


Peptides & Hypermobility: Hype, Hope, and What the Science Actually Says
Peptides like BPC-157 are touted as revolutionary for hypermobility & hEDS, but what does the science actually say? We cut through the hype, review the evidence and risks, and highlight the proven, foundational strategies for sustainable management.

Ines Illipse
Jan 267 min read


Understanding Creatine: A Guide for Those with Hypermobility & ADHD
People with hypermobility and ADHD often face layered fatigue: muscles working overtime to stabilise joints, and a brain that burns more energy just to focus and regulate. When comorbidities like POTS or MCAS are added, energy demands increase even further. This educational guide explores creatine as a potential support, what research shows, what the community reports, how creatine affects both muscle and brain energy, and how to use it safely with complex conditions in mind.
Maya Illipse
Dec 15, 20255 min read


Understanding Quercetin: A Guide for Managing Histamine and Inflammation
If you’ve been exploring ways to manage histamine issues, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), ADHD, or the tangled trio of hypermobility, neurodivergence, and chronic inflammation, chances are you’ve heard of quercetin. Maybe you’re already using it. But what is quercetin, really? What Is Quercetin? Quercetin is a plant pigment, specifically a type of flavonoid, compounds found naturally in many fruits, vegetables, and herbs. It gives some foods (like red onions or apples)
Maya Illipse
Aug 12, 20254 min read


🌿 H1 and H2 Blockers for MCAS: Relief, Side Effects & How to Use Them Wisely
If you live with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS),especially in combination with hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), or neurodivergence, you may have already been recommended H1 and H2 histamine blockers. And if you’ve tried them, you may have noticed something surprising:They don’t just help with itching or sneezing, sometimes they actually make your whole body feel calmer. In MCAS communities and clinical practice, people often describe: Less joint and muscle p
Maya Illipse
Jul 14, 20255 min read
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