When she wanted to "buy what she wanted, when she wanted," Elena turned to the internet. She explored brands like and even considered ordering from international pharmacies, though she had to be careful with customs regulations—some of her favorite pain relief creams couldn't be shipped to certain countries. Through her search, Elena learned a few pro tips:

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Her journey started at the neighborhood , where she grabbed a basic multivitamin. However, a visit to a specialty GNC at the mall introduced her to the world of performance supplements. For a more personal touch, she wandered through Selecto Plaza Mall , discovering small Latinx-owned shops that sold vitamins alongside traditional "pomadas" and herbal remedies.

: She looked for Vitamin D3 for her joints, as it's better absorbed than D2, and Vitamin E to help with skin texture as she aged.