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If you’re doing everything you can to help your child—therapy, school supports, routines—and they’re still anxious, reactive, or struggling to focus, it can feel defeating. You’re not alone—and it’s not bad parenting, it’s a dysregulated brain.
In this episode, I break down the science of supplements and mental health, explaining how nutrition directly impacts the nervous system, brain chemistry, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn why supplements like magnesium matter, how deficiencies affect behavior, and how to use natural supports the right way to calm the brain first.
The brain is an energy-hungry organ, and when it’s undernourished, regulation becomes nearly impossible. Many kids—especially neurodivergent kids—have nutrient deficiencies that directly affect mood, focus, and stress tolerance.
When the nervous system lacks what it needs, behavior escalates.
Key takeaways:
I see kids every week whose emotional meltdowns soften once we support their brain nutritionally—not because they’re “fixed,” but because their body finally feels safe.
Supplements don’t replace therapy—but they make regulation possible. When the brain has the right building blocks, kids can access calmer states and learning tools actually stick.
Supplements support:
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One parent shared that once magnesium was introduced, bedtime battles eased and mornings became calmer—not overnight, but steadily.
This is why we don’t guess—we personalize.
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Magnesium is one of the most powerful, research-backed minerals for brain health—and one of the most commonly deficient.
It helps calm the nervous system by supporting:
Why food alone often isn’t enough:
When a child is “wired but tired,” magnesium is often a missing piece.
No—and this is critical. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health supplements.
We must consider:
Effective support includes:
Supplements work best when they’re part of a whole-child plan—not a quick fix.
Many signs parents overlook are actually red flags.
Common signs include:
One family came to me feeling stuck—after addressing vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium, their child became more emotionally flexible and resilient.
🗣️ “No learning or emotional growth can happen when the nervous system is under stress. We have to calm the brain first.” — Dr. Roseann
Supplements aren’t magic—but they’re foundational. When we support the nervous system with the right nutrients, regulation becomes possible and everything else works better.
It’s gonna be OK. Start by calming the brain first.
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Yes—when used correctly, supplements support brain chemistry and nervous system regulation, making other strategies more effective.
When properly formulated and dosed, magnesium is widely used and well-tolerated.
No. Supplements support regulation so therapy can work better.
Some families notice changes in weeks, others gradually over time.
When your child is struggling, time matters.
Don’t wait and wonder—use the Solution Matcher to get clear next steps, based on what’s actually going on with your child’s brain and behavior.
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