General

Minerals & Weight Loss: What Most People Don't Know

July 23, 2026

Read Time 2 min

Functional Moms Podcast with Raquel Cartagena and Kristin Bruckner | Ep. 113

Do you feel hungry all the time, struggle to stay in a calorie deficit, or constantly battle low energy even when you're eating healthy?

SUMMARY

The missing piece may not be your willpower. It could be mineral depletion.

In this episode, Caroline Alan, mineral expert, CEO of BEAM Minerals, and author of The Mineral Reset, explains how modern diets and depleted soils have left many people deficient in essential minerals that support metabolism, energy, and healthy weight management.

Discover why mineral balance, not just calories, plays a critical role in reducing cravings, improving energy, and supporting long-term health.

IN THIS EPISODE

How mineral deficiencies affect hunger and cravings
Why modern foods contain fewer minerals than they used to
The connection between minerals, metabolism, and weight loss
How inflammation impacts energy and fat loss
Why taking single minerals may create new imbalances
Practical ways to improve mineral absorption
How balanced minerals help you feel satisfied and energized

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Functional Moms Podcast: Minerals & Weight Loss: What Most People Don't Know
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

Raquel B. Cartagena and Kristin Brucker are functional medicine certified health coaches and NJ moms dedicated to helping women over 40 age strong by taking control of their health. Raquel is also a certified personal trainer and fitness specialist for women over 40. They created Functional Moms Podcast to build a community of midlife women who want to learn how to use lifestyle and functional medicine solutions to improve their own health as well as their family’s health.

Raquel and Kristin believe wellness is a journey and behavior change is hard! Mindset is key along with support and that’s what Functional Moms is all about. Raquel is a single mother of 4 and Ama of 2. Kristin is a married mother of 3.

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!