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The Science of Nutrition: How Minerals Rebuild Mind and Body with Dr. Carolyn Dean S02E15

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Release Date: 10/30/2025

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In this episode of Power Up Recovery with Nutrition, host Christina Veselak welcomes Dr. Carolyn Dean, a medical doctor and naturopathic physician known for her groundbreaking work on how minerals — especially magnesium — support physical, emotional, and mental wellness.

Together, they explore the science behind nutritional healing and how restoring key nutrients can transform mood, cognition, and recovery outcomes. Dr. Dean shares decades of research and personal insight into how modern soil depletion, poor diet, and stress have created widespread mineral deficiencies — and what you can do to restore balance naturally.

This episode dives deep into the connection between nutrition, the brain, and recovery, offering practical steps to rebuild your health from the inside out.

Meet our Guest

Dr. Carolyn Dean is a medical doctor and naturopath. She’s the author of
over 35 books, including bestseller The Magnesium Miracle, Total Body ReSet for
Women’s Health, Total Body ReSet for Men’s Health, The Complete Guide to
Mental Wellness, along with IBS for Dummies, Hormone Balance and Death by
Modern Medicine recently revised and released again in 2025. Dr. Dean also hosts
a YouTube radio show every Monday night, where she shares her latest insights
on nutrition, minerals, and natural health solutions
In 2015, she launched RnA ReSet and brought her 40 years of experience into her
proprietary, unique formulations that give every individual at any stage of wellness or
illness the necessary building blocks for sustained health. Dr. Carolyn Dean
combines science and holistic healing to help people achieve lasting health, vitality,
and well-being.

Website: https://drcarolyndean.com/
Product Website: https://rnareset.com/
Books: https://drcarolyndean.com/lifestyle-library/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarolyndean
Instagram: @drcarolyndean

Resources Mentioned

Dr. Carolyn Dean
DrCarolynDean.com – Education, webinars, and resources
RnaReset.com – Dr. Dean’s mineral-based supplement line
The Magnesium Miracle – Her best-selling book on magnesium’s essential role in health

Research & Organizations
TrueHope.com – Micronutrient research and the EmpowerPlus formula
Hardy Nutritionals – Ongoing research on nutritional support for mental health

Referenced Works
Seven Weeks to Sobriety by Joan Mathews-Larson
Practicing Medicine Without a License by Owen Fonorow
Research by Linus Pauling, Abram Hoffer, and Thomas Levy on vitamins and mental health

 

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Support Our Mission Check out our nonprofit initiative, Eating Protein Saves Lives, at https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org/  Learn how we’re improving lives and communities through better nutrition, the science of amino acid therapy, and our simple yet powerful message: Eat protein every 4 hours.

Also, if you’re just starting out or want a solid foundation, check out Eat: A Guide to Radiant Recovery Using Food and Amino Acids to Repair the Addicted Brain and Reduce Cravings by Christina Veselak. It’s a clear, powerful intro to the core concepts. Grab your copy here: https://www.eatforrecovery.com/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information shared is meant to inform and empower listeners but should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care and treatment.

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