Introduction: Living with POTS Beyond the Diagnosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), you know how frustrating it can feel. Standing up may trigger a racing heartbeat, dizziness, or even fainting. For many women, these symptoms are compounded by fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety making everyday life unpredictable. Traditional medicine often provides symptom-based solutions like beta-blockers or increased salt intake. But functional medicine takes a broader view, looking at root causes and long-term strategies for healing. The goal isn’t just to manage symptoms but to rebuild resilience from the inside out.
In this roadmap, we’ll explore natural, functional medicine approaches to managing POTS—so you can start reclaiming stability and energy in your daily life.
Step 1: Understand the Root Causes
POTS isn’t one-size-fits-all. Functional medicine asks: Why is your autonomic nervous system struggling? Common root causes include:
- Chronic viral or bacterial infections (e.g., Lyme, EBV)
- Gut imbalances and leaky gut
- Hormonal shifts (especially in women with estrogen dominance)
- Mitochondrial dysfunction (low cellular energy)
- Environmental toxins and mold exposure
Understanding your root triggers helps tailor the right protocol for recovery.
Step 2: Support the Nervous System
Your autonomic nervous system (ANS) needs regulation to calm overactivation.
Functional approaches include:
- Gentle vagus nerve stimulation (gargling, humming, cold exposure)
- Breathwork and meditation to reduce sympathetic dominance
- Magnesium and adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha for calming support
Products like Wellhistic’s CALM provide targeted nutrients to reduce anxiety and regulate stress hormones, giving the ANS room to reset.
Step 3: Strengthen Blood Volume and Circulation
A hallmark of POTS is poor circulation and low blood volume.
Natural strategies include:
- Increasing hydration with electrolytes
- Adding mineral-rich sea salt (under guidance)
- Compression garments to improve blood flow
- Moderate, graded exercise (recumbent biking, swimming, resistance training)
Step 4: Heal the Gut for Better Nutrient Absorption
Since the gut plays a central role in inflammation and nervous system signaling, restoring gut health is essential.
Gut reset tools:
- Eliminate inflammatory foods (gluten, dairy, processed sugar)
- Add probiotic-rich foods (kefir, sauerkraut, miso)
- Support with targeted detox binders like Wellhistic’s PARA BINDER to reduce toxin load
- L-glutamine and zinc for repairing leaky gut
Step 5: Optimize Mitochondrial Function
Fatigue and brain fog in POTS often stem from poor mitochondrial energy production.
Mitochondria-boosting support includes:
- CoQ10, PQQ, and alpha-lipoic acid
- B-vitamins for cellular metabolism
- Antioxidants from colorful fruits and veggies
Wellhistic’s BOOST is formulated to support cellular energy and endurance—ideal for women with POTS struggling with chronic fatigue.
Step 6: Balance Hormones
Hormonal fluctuations can worsen POTS symptoms, especially during PMS or perimenopause.
Balancing tools include:
- Supporting liver detox with cruciferous vegetables
- Stress management to protect progesterone
- Considering Wellhistic’s Hormone & PMS Support for mood stability and cycle regulation
Case Study: Regaining Stability After Years of Dizziness
Rachel, age 29, struggled with POTS since college. Medications helped somewhat, but she still couldn’t stand for long without dizziness. A functional medicine practitioner guided her through a stepwise plan: gut healing, mitochondrial support, and nervous system retraining. Within six months, Rachel could walk her dog daily without collapsing from fatigue. Her progress wasn’t overnight, but by addressing root imbalances, she built resilience she never thought possible.
Key Takeaways
- POTS management requires looking beyond medications—root causes matter.
- Nervous system support, hydration, gut health, and mitochondrial repair are central to recovery.
- Targeted supplements like CALM, BOOST, and PARA BINDER can complement lifestyle shifts.
- Healing is gradual but achievable when you support the body from the inside out.
Next Steps: Your Functional Medicine Journey with POTS
If you’re navigating POTS, don’t settle for just “managing symptoms.” Start by identifying your triggers, nourishing your nervous system, and rebuilding gut and mitochondrial health. Explore Wellhistic’s CALM, BOOST, and PARA BINDER as part of your personalized roadmap.
Your path to stability begins with functional medicine and it’s one step closer to reclaiming your life.
