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You May Be Mineral Deficient in Menopause: Obvious and Hidden Signs

September 29, 2026

Read Time 2 min

Flipping 50 the Stronger Way with Debra Atkinson

Could you be mineral deficient in menopause without realizing it?

SUMMARY

That everyday fatigue, lower energy, or feeling like you’re just not quite yourself may be easy to chalk up to aging or menopause—but what if there’s another piece to the puzzle?

We’re talking about the “hidden hunger,” the difference between supplementation and replenishment, and how mineral needs can vary from person to person.

By the end of this episode, you may be looking at those subtle midlife changes differently—and asking a very different question: Could you be mineral deficient in menopause?

IN THIS EPISODE

Why aren’t we getting enough minerals from food anymore, even when we’re eating well?
Can filtered or distilled water contribute to mineral depletion and affect hydration?
What’s the difference between minerals and electrolytes, and why does mineral balance matter?
If mineral needs vary from person to person, how does the body determine what it needs?
How does glyphosate contribute to mineral depletion?
Which signs and symptoms of mineral depletion might women mistake for normal aging or menopause?
Can you test your mineral levels before deciding whether you need supplementation?

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Flipping 50 Podcast: You May Be Mineral Deficient in Menopause: Obvious and Hidden Signs
Beamminerals.com

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

Debra Atkinson, MS, CSCS, has spent four decades in exercise science, helping more than 275,000 women use exercise to mitigate the musculoskeletal changes of menopause and improve longevity-related fitness. A Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, Medical Exercise Specialist, and former Senior Lecturer in Kinesiology at Iowa State University, she has focused recent years on translating exercise prescription for physicians moving into lifestyle medicine, bringing practical application to audiences at A4M and Fullscript.

Debra is the bestselling author of You Still Got It, Girl: The After 50 Fitness Formula for Women and Hot, Not Bothered, and host of Flipping 50 The Stronger Way podcast (AARP Top Podcast for 50+, 2018). Her TEDx talk, "Everything Women in Menopause Learned About Exercise May Be a Lie," and SME work for the American Council on Exercise, AARP, Washington Post, Prevention Magazine, and USA Today round out a career built to close the exact gap medical training and fitness certification both leave open.

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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!