Stop Supplementing, Start Replenishing: Minerals in Menopause - Caroline Alan
Hack My Age : Menopause UpgradeShow Notes
Are you taking your supplements, eating well, maybe even on HRT, but you're still exhausted, still not sleeping, still dealing with brain fog and hair loss? Did you know that if you are taking calcium supplements for your bones, this could actually backfire and deplete your bones of minerals? We cover: Why taking more calcium can actually lower how much your body absorbs
The surprising link between sugar cravings and what your cells are really asking for
What "empty water" is doing to your mineral levels every single day
Why your go-to magnesium habit might be working against your bone density
The difference between supplementing and replenishing, and why it changes how everything else works, including HRT
Caroline Alan is a mineral expert, and educator on a mission to shift the way we think about cellular health. She dove into the world of plant-based minerals and their profound ability to help the body restore its natural balance. Caroline explored microbiology, molecular and cellular biology, agricultural soil science, and plant decomposition to understand why minerals are essential and how they truly work in the body. Now, as Co-Founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals, Caroline's all in on sharing this vital knowledge with the world. Affectionately known as "The Mineral Geek," Caroline is celebrated for her rare ability to explain complex scientific concepts in clear, relatable terms.
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