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This week we're zooming in on micronutrients—the vitamins and minerals your body needs in tiny amounts to run big, life-sustaining processes.

In this episode, I break down what vitamins and minerals are, where they come from, and why they’re essential. You’ll hear how vitamins (organic compounds from plants and animals) power immunity, energy, vision, and repair—and how minerals (inorganic elements like calcium, magnesium, iron) support bones, muscles, nerves, electrolyte balance, and oxygen transport. We’ll connect familiar nutrients—vitamin D + calcium, B vitamins for metabolism, magnesium in 300+ reactions, iron for hemoglobin and mitochondrial energy, and vitamin C for collagen, antioxidant defense, and immune support—to everyday health.

We’ll also cover what deficiency can look like (fatigue, cramps, headaches, frequent illness, poor recovery) and when supplements can help—plus the pitfalls: overdosing fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), drug–nutrient interactions, and low-quality products. You’ll get practical strategies: food first (colorful produce, quality proteins, whole foods), smart supplementation, checking if meds deplete nutrients, and foundational habits—hydration, sleep, movement, and stress reduction.

Micronutrients may be “micro,” but their impact is massive. Tune in to learn how to shore up your daily essentials—safely and effectively.

References:

https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/druginduced-nutrient-depletions-what-pharmacists-need-to-know

Drug Induced Nutrient Depletion - Doctors Beyond Medicine

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Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

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