The Pain Behind Lost Garden
2024.11.12.
Pain Was My Motivation
It may sound strange, but if I hadn’t started experiencing joint pain in childhood, I probably wouldn’t be where I am today, and Lost Garden Supplements wouldn’t exist.
It all began when I was eight years old and developed severe knee pain. At the time, I was actively involved in sports, but the pain made it increasingly difficult to stay active. I was diagnosed with periostitis, and the inflammation also led to bone growths on my knee. Adolescence brought no relief—by the time I was 17, I had to undergo cartilage mosaicplasty on my ankle as the cartilage had worn down to the bone, accompanied by indescribable pain.
Since then, I have lived with joint inflammation. Sometimes it's better, sometimes worse, but pain has become a constant in my life. COVID-19 was another tough trial: the infection caused such severe joint inflammation that I was immobilized for several months. This “experience” made it clear to me that I urgently needed a solution to improve my quality of life.
Developing My Own Supplement – The Beginnings
I tried countless supplements and treatments, but none brought lasting relief. Due to the various additives and artificial ingredients in these products, I often didn’t feel safe. This inspired me to develop my own product, tailored to my specific needs, based on my professional background and knowledge. Initially, I didn’t even think about making it available to others; I just wanted relief from my own pain.
I aimed to create a supplement entirely from natural, therapeutic ingredients, free from artificial additives. As I dove deeper into development, it became clear that herbs were the ideal base ingredients for me. I succeeded. Within a few months, the inflammation in my body significantly decreased, and the chronic pain I’d endured vanished.
My Professional Background
In 2009, I graduated as a food biotechnologist. This scientific background enabled me to start developing my own supplement for personal use. Ongoing research and testing combinations of active ingredients brought me the desired results.
I wanted to make my supplement accessible to others. To use herbal-based ingredients and ensure the highest quality, I needed a deeper understanding of herbs. So, I applied for and was accepted into a postgraduate course in medicinal plant science at the Hungarian University of Agriculture, where I learned the scientific foundations of phytotherapy (herbal healing). I am now preparing for my final exam and thesis defense, with my field of expertise focusing on herbal treatments for joint inflammation.
Founding My Own Company
Buoyed by the success of my first supplements, my husband, Balázs, and I founded Lost Garden Ltd., where I produce and distribute my own products. Each of my first four products has a personal story, a year and a half of research, careful planning, and considerable time behind it. Every capsule is handcrafted, not produced by automated machinery, ensuring that I can use only the finest quality natural ingredients, free from artificial additives. (Machine-made supplements require additives to function.)
This process isn’t easy—it requires significant time and effort, but it’s worth it because I can offer exactly what I would trust to take myself. The results have reinforced my commitment to this path. I also needed external professional validation, so I entered my products into international competitions. Each time, the expert judges highlighted the purity and unique composition of our products, awarding top prizes in all five competitions. These awards were essential for strengthening my confidence that I’m on the right path.
I Love My Work, and I Love My Partner
I wouldn’t have made it this far without the support of my husband, Balázs Vendler. He has stood by me every step of the way, encouraging me to keep going and giving me strength even when I doubted myself. I owe him so much—without him, I may not have achieved all of this.
Now I’m reaching a new milestone: I’ve decided to start writing and sharing information, experiences, and advice with those who are interested. My goal is to share useful and engaging content to help others find their way in the world of natural, herbal-based solutions.
I hope the knowledge and experience I’ve gained will be valuable to those seeking a path to a healthier, more balanced, and higher-quality life.
Originally published on Katinka Vendler-Simon's Facebook page.
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The article was translated from Hungarian to English by ChatGPT. Thank you, ChatGPT, for being here.
