This is the transcript of an episode of Ruth’s Feel Better. Live Free. podcast where Ruth Soukup interviews Dr. Carolyn Dean, a leading expert in magnesium and author of “Magnesium: The Missing Link to Total Health.” Dr. Dean discusses the impact of magnesium on health and why so many people are deficient in this essential mineral. She shares how taking magnesium can lead to immediate improvements in health.
Ruth introduces Dr. Dean as a physician and naturopathic physician with a passion for alternative medicine. Dr. Dean explains her journey in the medical field, and how she has seen a shift towards medication-based treatments rather than nutrient-based approaches. She emphasizes the importance of using building blocks like vitamins and minerals to support the body’s natural healing processes.
Dr. Dean further explains how certain medications can deplete magnesium levels in the body, leading to a range of health issues. She highlights the importance of maintaining a balance of minerals like magnesium, calcium, boron, and molybdenum for optimal health. Dr. Dean also discusses the role of collagen in maintaining healthy tissues as we age.
She mentions her book, where she details 65 medical conditions that can be linked to magnesium deficiency. Dr. Dean stresses the importance of addressing these deficiencies with proper nutrients rather than relying solely on medications. She mentions how magnesium deficiency can contribute to conditions like acid reflux, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, and depression.
Dr. Dean acknowledges the limitations on discussing specific product names due to FDA regulations, emphasizing the importance of podcasts like Ruth’s in spreading awareness about the benefits of magnesium and other essential nutrients. The conversation shifts to the impact of magnesium on anxiety, panic attacks, and depression, highlighting the potential benefits of including magnesium supplements in a holistic approach to health and wellness.
