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Electrolytes Aren’t Enough: The Real Mineral Fix for Energy, Fertility, and Hormones

September 26, 2025

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Biohacking with Brittany

Caroline Alan, co-founder of Beam Minerals, unpacks how fulvic and humic minerals re-fuel your cells, calm the nervous system, and fix the “brownout” most women are living in.

SUMMARY

We explore why modern soil depletion leaves you chronically low, how to test what’s really happening inside your cells, the truth about salty electrolytes, and simple daily protocols that actually move the needle.Must-listen if you’re juggling work, motherhood, or perimenopause and still battling fatigue, cramps, headaches, or restless nights.

IN THIS EPISODE

Caroline’s health crash, flatlined adrenals, gut + sinus issues, and the first wins from minerals
Dentist-verified gum + tissue changes after two months of minerals
Why ratios matter, macro vs trace minerals, and the ecosystem model, not megadoses
The limits of RDAs, and why your body, not labels, should set needs
Why megadose minerals can backfire on your gut microbiome
Testing that reflects intracellular status, and why blood or urine can mislead
Salt-based electrolytes, when they help, when they don’t, and a gentler swap
Period cramps as a depletion signal
Fertility, lactation, and mineral voltage for mitochondria dense ovaries
Caroline’s exact stack for moms and athletes

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast 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.

ABOUT THE HOST

I’m Brittany Ford — a Holistic Nutritionist, biohacker, mother, and eternal seeker of optimal health.

My journey began with my own health challenges: leaky gut, hormone imbalance, PCOS, and a deep disconnection from my body. I transformed my life using science-backed tools and nature-rooted practices — and now, I help women do the same.

Today, I integrate cutting-edge biohacking, functional medicine, and ancient healing rituals to guide women through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and longevity.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Caroline Alan is a health survivor, mineral expert, and educator. After a career in high tech, she found herself physically, mentally, and energetically depleted. Her path back to health led her to plant-based minerals and their profound ability to restore balance in the body. Driven by her experience, Caroline immersed herself in research on mineral physiology and developed a gift for making complex science clear and actionable. Her straightforward, science-backed approach empowers audiences with simple tools to support their health.

Caroline’s journey inspired her to co-found BEAM Minerals Inc., where she now serves as CEO, helping people worldwide access the power of mineral replenishment. She is also the author of The Mineral Reset: An Essential Guide to Replenishing Your Body and Restoring Your Health, forthcoming from Hay House in spring 2026. Learn more at mineralresetbook.com.