The Mineral Balancing Connection to ADHD

The Mineral Balancing Connection to ADHD

Author: Lydia Joy April 3, 2023 Duration: 31:06

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Episode Highlights:

  1. Making Connections: Join me in this episode as I share intriguing insights following my interview on ADHD and minerals for the HerBrain summit. Through my personal experiences and working with clients using Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), I've discovered fascinating connections that shed light on the underlying imbalances associated with ADHD symptoms.
  2. Uncovering the Zinc-ADHD Connection: During my interview, Christine emphasized the potential link between zinc deficiency and ADHD. Research has shown that adding zinc supplementation can lead to a significant decrease of up to 30% in medication dosage. As a fellow practitioner well-versed in HTMA, Christine highlighted the importance of assessing zinc levels and the zinc/copper ratio, emphasizing the crucial role of balance in the realm of minerals.
  3. Diving Deeper: While time constraints prevented us from exploring this topic extensively during the interview, I wanted to take the opportunity in this episode to touch on it briefly. Additionally, I will refer back to previous episodes that provide a more comprehensive understanding of the interconnected aspects related to ADHD and minerals.
  4. Unveiling the Complexity of ADHD: It's essential to recognize that ADHD is not a singular "disease" or condition. Rather, it serves as a broad label encompassing a range of symptoms such as poor attention span, unresponsiveness, and distractibility, which may stem from various underlying causes.

Join me as we delve into the intriguing world of ADHD and minerals, uncovering the potential significance of zinc deficiency and its impact on symptom management. By exploring the interplay between minerals and ADHD, we gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved and how achieving balance is key to holistic well-being.


Links below from past blogs and podcast episodes that were mentioned if you want to dig further: 

  • The power of potassium : HERE
  • Potassium is CRUCIAL in anyone with hypothyroidism : HERE
  • Your brain on copper  : HERE 
  • What you need to know before you supplement with zinc  : HERE 
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There’s a quiet intelligence in your body that knows how to heal, if you remember how to listen. Rewilded Wellness is a conversation about returning to that conversation-the one between you and the natural world that shaped our biology. Host Lydia Joy guides these explorations, moving beyond generic advice to examine personalized, nature-inspired approaches to well-being. Episodes weave together functional nutrition, mindful movement, and mental resilience practices, all through the lens of our inherent connection to the environment. You’ll hear discussions on how seasonal eating aligns with our internal rhythms, why physical movement is more than just exercise, and ways to cultivate a mindset that supports sustainable health. This isn’t about adding more complexity to your life; it’s about stripping back the noise to access the foundational wisdom we all carry. The podcast operates on the core idea that vibrant health is an active partnership with the wildness within and around us. Tune in for grounded, thoughtful dialogues that reframe healing not as a destination, but as a daily practice of realignment and trust in your own capacity.
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