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Fatigue, Focus, Inflammation and Mineral Depletion

April 27, 2026

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Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely | Episode 216

In this episode of Not Your Mother's Menopause, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals and author of the upcoming book The Mineral Reset.

SUMMARY

Caroline, known affectionately as "The Mineral Geek," shares her personal healing journey from debilitating gut inflammation, adrenal fatigue, and chronic infections to vibrant health—all through the power of plant-based humic and fulvic minerals. She explains why minerals are the structural foundation of the human body and the essential fuel for cellular energy production. Listeners will learn why modern farming practices have left soil severely depleted, making it impossible to obtain necessary minerals from food alone. Caroline breaks down the remarkable roles of humic minerals as nature's janitor for detoxification and fulvic minerals as nature's cellular delivery system—the only molecule on earth that can change its polarity to drop nutrients directly into cells. Dr. Lovely and Caroline explore why perimenopause symptoms like sleep disturbances, mood swings, and brain fog often mirror mineral deficiency symptoms, and how replenishing minerals can help women navigate this transition with greater ease.

IN THIS EPISODE

Why 97 percent of people show multiple mineral deficiencies
The difference between hydration and irrigation—and why salt-based electrolyte products may backfire
How humic and fulvic work together to deliver minerals into cells while removing toxins

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Not Your Mother's Menopause Podcast: Fatigue, Focus, Inflammation and Mineral Depletion
BEAM Minerals

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

Dr. Fiona Lovely brings 20+ years of clinical expertise in musculoskeletal health, restorative endocrinology, functional neurology, and functional medicine to help patients reclaim their health.

Operating on the philosophy that health is fundamentally about hope and empowerment, she guides her community toward optimal wellness and lasting peace with their bodies.

Dr. Lovely is the host of the popular podcast Not Your Mother’s Menopause, exploring the emotional and physical aspects of women’s health during midlife and menopause—an area she’s passionate about after two decades of helping women navigate hormonal and life challenges. She started the podcast in 2015 and is the OG menopause podcaster.

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ABOUT THE GUEST

Caroline Alan is a health survivor, mineral expert, and educator on a mission to shift the way we think about cellular health. After a demanding corporate career left her depleted, Caroline’s personal journey to wellness led her to plant-based minerals and their powerful ability to help the body restore its natural balance. Her experience sparked a deep dive into the science of humic and fulvic substances and their critical role in energy, detox, hydration, and vitality at the cellular level.

As Co-Founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals, Caroline is known as “The Mineral Geek” for her rare gift of translating complex science into clear, practical insights. With a common-sense approach backed by research, she empowers audiences with simple and actionable steps to support whole-body health and longevity, starting at the cellular level. 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, available now!