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Why Your Supplements Aren't Working It's Not What You Think

June 15, 2026

Read Time 2 min

The Precision Wellness Practice with Sachin Patel

You've Been Taking Minerals Wrong… Here's What Actually Works

SUMMARY

You're doing the magnesium. The electrolytes. The zinc.

But your energy is still low. Your sleep is off. Your muscles cramp at night.

What if the problem isn't which mineral you're taking…but how your body is actually receiving them?

👉 In this episode, we sit down with Caroline Alan — founder of BEAM Minerals and author of The Mineral Reset — to uncover why most mineral supplementation is quietly creating more imbalance in your body… and what the science actually says to do instead.

Your body isn't a machine you fill up at a gas station. It's a living ecosystem. And that changes everything.

IN THIS EPISODE

Why mineral balance matters far more than mineral quantity
How mega-dosing magnesium can actually weaken your bones over time
What humic and fulvic minerals are — and why your cells already recognize them
Why salt-based electrolytes may be silently disrupting your gut microbiome
The 2 best tests to identify mineral deficiency in yourself or your clients
A simple daily protocol to restore your body's mineral ecosystem — no pill graveyard required

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The Precision Wellness Practice: Why Your Supplements Aren't Working It's Not What You Think
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

Sachin Patel is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, speaker, author, breathwork facilitator, and plant medicine advocate.

Sachin is convinced that “the doctor of the future is the patient” and he has committed himself to helping others raise their consciousness, activate their inner doctor, and initiate their deepest healing through the use of lifestyle, and breathwork.

Sachin founded The Living Proof Institute through which he pioneered a revolutionary approach to patient-centered healthcare.

Sachin coaches hundreds of practitioners around the world so that they are empowered to deliver affordable and inspired care to their communities through his Perfect Practice Mentorship Program.

He is an advocate of transforming the healthcare paradigm and he has devoted his life to the betterment of health care for both patients and practitioners.

Website: perfectpracticementorship.com
Youtube: @precisionwellnesspractice

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!