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Unveiling the Power of Plant-Based Minerals with Dr. Mindy Pelz and Caroline Alan
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“The body is a homeostasis engine. Every second, every millisecond of every day, it is looking to clean things up, fix things, and create balance.”
Did you know that each and every cell within your body relies on minerals for its proper functioning? Unfortunately, the majority of us are unknowingly running low on these vital elements. But the good news is that in this episode, we’re diving deep into the realm of minerals, and who better to guide us than Caroline Alan herself?
Caroline Alan is a mineral enthusiast and co-founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals Inc. As a result of her personal health journey, Caroline is devoted to educating people about how minerals operate in the body, why we need to supplement and the benefits of plant-based minerals.
In this podcast, Unveiling the Power of Plant-Based Minerals, we cover:
- The Vital Role of Minerals in Cellular Health: The Hidden Hunger
- Decoding Mineral Absorption and Balance
- Harnessing the Potential of Nature’s Minerals
- The Dynamic Duo: Fulvic and Humic Minerals
The Vital Role of Minerals in Cellular Health: The Hidden Hunger
Minerals, which are like the unsung heroes responsible for regulating our bodily functions, take center stage in this discussion. Their impact is significant as they oversee the complex processes happening within our cells. But here’s the concern: there’s a growing problem of not having enough minerals in the soil, which can affect us greatly. Caroline explains the concept of “hidden hunger,” a term coined by the World Health Organization. This term perfectly describes what happens when we don’t get enough minerals – our cells start to crave sugar and salt, desperately seeking these important nutrients. Our conversation reveals something that goes unnoticed: minerals are just as important as vitamins for our health. Caroline emphasizes how they can contribute to things like fertility, balancing hormones, and even making sure our brain chemicals work properly.
Decoding Mineral Absorption and Balance
As we dig into the three important stages of how our body uses minerals (digestion, absorption, utilization), Caroline tells us why not all the “good stuff” from the healthy food we eat actually makes it into our body. It turns out that our gut, which is like our body’s processing center, needs to break down nutrients into smaller pieces. Caroline mentions the receptors in our gut act like baseball gloves, catching minerals as they enter. And get this: each mineral has its own special glove! This shows how complex our bodies are. Caroline emphasizes that if we take care of our body and give it the right kinds of minerals, it can work wonders.
Harnessing the Potential of Nature’s Minerals
In this episode, Caroline and I dive into how minerals are linked to our well-being, menstrual cycles, and even detoxifying our bodies. Caroline explains how minerals, especially iron, play a role during menstruation. She talks about how minerals can be like friends helping women dealing with things like cramps, tiredness, and mood swings. Caroline also shares her own story – how she improved her health through plant-based minerals, and how these minerals are like a bridge between nature and our bodies, helping them work together better.
The Dynamic Duo: Fulvic and Humic Minerals
Caroline sheds light on an impressive mineral called fulvic. It might be small, but it sure is mighty! She explains it can carry a whopping 60 times its weight in nutrients and minerals right into our cells. What’s really cool is that it can change its behavior inside cells to release these important nutrients, which help our cells do their jobs. Then there are humic minerals, which work together with fulvic. Caroline tells us about how humic minerals detoxify the body by grabbing onto the harmful stuff and helping it leave our body. And the best part? You don’t need to break these minerals down – they’re like user-friendly helpers that can fit into our daily routine easily.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Full Podcast Transcription
- The Hidden Hunger: Micronutrient Deficiencies
- BEAM Minerals Inc. – use code RESETTER for a special discount
MORE ON CAROLINE & BEAM MINERALS
- Instagram: @mineralgeek and @beamminerals
- Facebook: @BEAMmineralsofficial
- LinkedIn: Beam Minerals
SPECIAL THANKS TO EPISODE SPONSORS
- Organifi
- Paleovalley
- Cured Nutrition
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FAQs
Can I take BEAM Minerals with my other supplements?
Yes, in fact, BEAM Minerals will enhance the bioavailability of all your other supplements.
What is the difference between Micro-BOOST™ and Electrolyze™?
Electrolyze™ is primarily composed of Fulvic Mineral Complexes . Fulvic complexes are small molecules that provide inter-cellular transport for nutritional elements into the cells and carry bio-waste out of the cells. Fulvic complexes are flavonoids , which provide many benefits in the body.
Micro-BOOST™ is primarily composed of the Humic Mineral Complexes . Humic complexes are large molecules that are extra-cellular, meaning they do not enter the cells but stay outside the cells. They are highly-charged molecules that attract, through their electrical charge, bio-waste, free radicals and heavy metals. They ultimately carry bio-waste out of the body. Thus, we call them “Nature’s Janitor”.
How many milligrams (mg) of an electrolyte (Potassium, Magnesium, Sodium, Calcium, etc.) is there in BEAM Minerals?
The quantities of each element in BEAM Minerals products are measured in “parts per million” (ppm), rather than the “milligrams” (mg). Here is the information which usually helps to understand the difference:
Milligrams (mg) vs parts per million (ppm)
In comparing our products to other supplements, people want to know how much of an electrolyte is in our products (like potassium, magnesium, sodium, calcium). Usually they are looking for an amount in milligrams (mg).
We have a hard time answering that question, because the electrolytes (and other elements) in BEAM Minerals products are measured in parts per million (ppm). So how can consumers compare?
The answer is a little complex, but here’s the high points.
The electrolytes in BEAM Minerals products are provided in “trace” amounts that are completely dissolved and thus 100% bio-available, immediately introduced into your circulation when you consumed them and will produce and active effect.
When you take a 320mg pill of magnesium, your body is only able utilize about 12-20% of it as it takes some time because your body has to digest it first. Whatever is not dissolved gets processed out of your body.
When you take a capful of liquid Electrolyze™ and/or Micro-BOOST™, you receive approximately 5.22 ppm of magnesium in which 100% of the magnesium is immediately available to your body. In addition, an important to know is that the magnesium in BEAM Minerals products stay in your system much longer building up healthy levels as you continue to take it daily.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. This content should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition or health issue. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
