Episode 6

Intro to Minerals: The Building Blocks of Health

Published on: 9th March, 2025

summary

In this conversation, Carrie Hicks discusses the critical role of minerals in health, emphasizing their foundational importance and the impact of deficiencies on various health issues. She explores the types of minerals, signs of deficiencies, sources of depletion, and the significance of testing mineral levels. The discussion also covers key macrominerals like calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium, as well as the roles of iron and copper in the body. In this episode, Carrie Hicks discusses the critical roles of bioavailable copper, retinol, and various minerals in maintaining health. She explains how deficiencies in these nutrients can lead to iron overload and associated health issues. The conversation also covers the importance of understanding mineral ratios and practical steps to improve mineral intake through diet and supplementation. Carrie emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to mineral health and provides resources for listeners to further their understanding.

takeaways

  • Minerals are essential for health and well-being.
  • Deficiencies can lead to various health issues.
  • Stress is a major contributor to mineral depletion.
  • Testing mineral levels can provide insights into health.
  • Calcium plays a role in blood clotting and muscle function.
  • Magnesium is crucial for energy production.
  • Sodium levels are tied to stress and adrenal function.
  • Potassium is important for fluid balance and heart health.
  • Iron is abundant but needs copper for proper utilization.
  • Copper is vital for iron recycling in the body. Bioavailable copper is essential for iron circulation in the blood.
  • Retinol is crucial for loading copper into ceruloplasmin.
  • Iron overload can lead to toxicity and health issues.
  • Plant-based diets may lack essential nutrients like retinol.
  • Mineral dysregulation can cause various health problems.
  • Selenium is vital for heart function and thyroid health.
  • Adrenal cocktails can support adrenal health and hydration.
  • Beef liver is a nutrient-dense food that provides essential vitamins and minerals.
  • Potassium is important for fluid balance in the body.
  • Regular testing can help identify mineral deficiencies and guide dietary changes.


Please download our FREE guide this month, the Mineral Cheat Sheet, to learn more about mineral deficiencies and how they may be impacting your health:

http://carriehicks.com/store/mineral-cheat-sheet

Learn more about how you can get your own Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis here:

http://carriehicks.com/store/the-nurish.d-spark-factor

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About the Podcast

Nurish.d Foundations
Where faith meets functional health. Restore your health, renew your faith, reclaim your life.
Welcome to nurish.d Foundations with Carrie Hicks— where faith meets functional health. This is the podcast where we dig into God's design for life and health. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with your health—whether it’s stubborn weight gain, hair loss, hormone imbalances, or fatigue—this is the place for you. Here, we strip away the confusion of trendy health advice and get back to the basics.

I’m Carrie Hicks—a seasoned hairstylist, salon owner, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner. After witnessing the toll that stress, toxins, and lifestyle imbalances take on women’s health during my 30+ years in the beauty industry, I embarked on a mission to help women heal from the inside out. Now, through my signature program, nurish.d Foundations, I help women renew their faith, restore their health, and reclaim their lives by addressing the root causes of their health struggles.

Each episode is designed to educate, equip, and empower you with clear, practical guidance on metabolic health, mineral balancing, gut health, hormone support, sleep, stress reduction, and detoxification—while staying rooted in the truth of God’s Word. You’ll learn how your body’s ability to heal is part of God’s divine design and how aligning with His wisdom can lead to real, lasting transformation.

We’ll talk about topics like:

How metabolic flexibility and mineral balance can restore your energy.
Why your thyroid, adrenals, and hormones might feel out of sync—and what you can do about it.
The role of proper digestion, liver health, and detoxification in overall wellness.
How faith, mindset, and connection to God are key to true healing.
How to discern between alternative new age practices and God's truth for healing.
Practical tools to help you reduce stress, sleep better, and feel like yourself again.
Whether you’re just starting your health journey or looking for deeper healing, this podcast will help you connect the dots, find clarity, and take control of your health in a way that honors God’s design. It’s time to stop chasing quick fixes and start focusing on the root causes—because when you nourish your body according to God’s wisdom, you can experience the vibrant, abundant life He intended for you.

So, if you’re ready to renew your faith, restore your health, and reclaim your life, join me each week for encouraging conversations, practical insights, and a faith-centered approach to wellness. Let’s get back to the foundations of true health together!

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