We're constantly being told to consume less sodium…but what we're not told is that the quality of the sodium we're consuming makes a huge difference. It can even play a role in how well we absorb water! My guest today is Kaely McDevitt, a Registered Dietitian specializing in women's health. She owns a virtual private practice where she and her team help their clients overcome hormone and digestive issues through personalized nutrition. Having experienced the pitfalls of a conventional approach to women's health first hand, Kaely is passionate about empowering women to take the driver's seat over their health and wellbeing. Join us as we discuss some of the surprising benefits of minerals. Did you have misconceptions about sodium? Tell me about it in the comments! In this episode: What are minerals? Common complaints if you have a mineral deficiency What are mineral mocktails? How can you tell if mineral supplementation might be a good fit? Food sources of minerals Could minerals interact negatively with medications? Quotes “Lack of minerals, particularly good sodium, is a big underlying root cause for poor stomach acid production.” [5:25] “It's unfortunate that we've been so afraid of sodium for so long.” [3:05] Links Find Kaely online Follow Kaely on Instagram