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    Help for ADHD: Four Natural Supplements That Work Together

    31.5KViews Modified: Apr 8, 2022 · Published: Apr 30, 2019
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    Help for ADHD: Four Natural Supplements That Work Together. 4 supplements that calm ADHD

    As a parent of a kid with ADHD, there are many things that overwhelm me when it comes to making choices for my child. Nutrition and supplements have been something we have worked on for years. We keep tweaking our plan of attack -now we are gluten, corn and nearly sugar free. I have tried many different supplements and can honestly say, that I have found the best natural ADHD supplements for kids that really work.

    Keep reading for my updates one and two years later and how we were able to reduce my son’s medication by half and then take him off completely.

    [I share this post by Beth Grushkin from FuzzyMama because we both want you and your children to thrive!]

    I say “our” because ADHD is a family issue-one that really can affect everyone in the house, not just the person diagnosed. I have learned so much over the course of trying to figure how to best manage my son and have found out that what goes into his body can have a huge effect.

    I am uber vigilant about what my both my boys eat. We stay away from corn and gluten completely. We limit processed sugar to a once a week treat. We buy organic fruits and vegetables as much as we can. We are low on grains and eat mostly grass-fed meat. Dairy is limited to yogurt. Both boys drink water or unsweetened almond milk, exclusively.  I have read tons of parenting books to help our struggles, as well. These steps alone have made a big impact on both of my boys.

    That being said, even with our excellent nutrition, my son still takes medication to help him focus at school. (Update: My son does not take prescription meds any longer. YEAH! We think these are the best natural ADHD supplements for kids. Read our update below or skip right to our ADHD STORY.)

    I love to share what works with us, in the hopes that it will help others find a little relief for their family. ADHD can leave the whole family feeling emotionally and physically depleted. For us these really are the best natural ADHD supplements. (I take some of them, too!)

    Natural Vitality’s Kids Calm Multi Vitamin

    Kids Calm is a liquid multi-vitamin with an emphasis on magnesium. The ingredient list is packed with fruits, veggies, fatty acids, magnesium and other important nutrients that many kids do not get in their daily diets.
    What I notice: My kids love to take it–we usually take it at bedtime to capitalize on the calming effects of magnesium. I notice a marked difference in both kids and their ability to settle down for bedtime. A note on storage: this product will last longer if you store it upside down-otherwise all the heavy elements will sink to the bottom and form a rather solid mass.  Shake very well before serving.

    Help for the Brain: Barlean’s Fish Oil

    We have been hearing about the beneficial effects of fish oil for kids with ADHD for awhile now – especially boys, who’s brains seem to be starving. Some fish oil supplements taste icky or make you burp up a fishy taste – Barleans does not.  The flavors are yummy and both my boys take a healthy dose of this every morning.

    What I notice: While this is harder to notice concrete results, my boys seem to be more focused at school this year and have no trouble doing homework after school (it used to be a battle) While I can not directly correlate these improvements to the fish oil, I think it has had an overall great effect on their health.  My boys are rarely sick and miss school one or two days a year for illness.

    Help for the Gut: Jarrow Probiotics

    Gut health is another topic that has gotten so much press lately.  Our gut, it seems, is like second brain, with it’s massive amount of neural tissue capable of affecting our mood and overall well-being. A healthy gut is vital for overall health, the absorption of nutrients, protecting the body from foreign invaders, and the regulation of many  hormones.  Yogurt can help to introduce good bacteria into the gut, but watch out for high sugar content and other added icky ingredients.  My boys take these chewable tablets by Jarrow every day to insure they are getting a good dose of healthy gut bacteria.  They love the taste, there is no complaining.  In fact, they remember to take these without any reminders.

    What I notice:  My boys rarely get sick or have a need for antibiotics.  Their day to day physical health is pretty amazing.

    Jarrow MagMind Magnesium

    I can not sing the praises enough for MagMind by Jarrow for my son with ADHD.  We take one of these in the morning and it helps keep him calm enough until his ADHD meds kick in for school. It takes about 20 minutes to see the effects, so I make sure he gets one on rising.  Also, if we run out of Kids Calm Multi, I give him a MagMind capsule about 30 minutes before bedtime, too. Because Kids Calm Multi has magnesium, I make sure to take the MagMind at a different time of day (One in the a.m., the other in the p.m.)

    I take MagMind myself, before bed, and it has an incredible effect on my ability to have a really good nights sleep. Seems that most of the population is suffering from a deficiency of this very important mineral. This one is great for the whole family.

    Results are very noticeable, not a miracle

    These supplements are meant to be used as part of an overall nutrition plan and they are not miracle pills.  My son still has struggles with his emotions from time to time.  BUT, I have seen a difference with these supplements. The calm times far outweigh the crazy ones. These supplements can be a great compliment to ADHD meds.  I am not a doctor, but I am a mother who has learned from experience and a lot of trial and error. Every ADHD kid is different in what works for them, but these supplements stand to benefit ANY kid.  Their quality is outstanding.

    Please let me know how these work for you, if you give them a try!

    Beth from Fuzzy Mama and boysUPDATE–two years later and we are still using all of these.  I have been able to take my son off all his prescription medication. Read about our ADHD Journey Part One and Part Two to see all the details of how we got off ADHD medication and switched to natural treatments for ADHD.

    Also, we have gotten so much help from a weighted blanket! My son goes right to sleep and I get peace of mind, knowing bedtime will be so much easier. 

    Beth Grushkin is a Montessori teacher and Simplicity Parenting Coach raising two, tween boys with her husband outside Chicago. More comfortable off the beaten path, she started her blog Fuzzymama to chronicle her journey supporting two boys with ADHD. She is passionate about sharing her mostly natural approach to fight the puzzle that is ADHD in the hopes that she can help families find their own solutions for success.

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    1. Charlotte

      April 30, 2019 at 3:43 pm

      Good post! But I would advise caution with using Xylitol or products that contain it with children with ADHD, as it crosses the blood brain barrier. My son has the same reaction to Xylitol as he does to Aspartame. It doesn’t matter if it is derived from birchwood or corn, they both have a very negivate effect on him. It is important to know how your child reacts to this product as some my be more sensitive to it than others.

      Reply
    2. Zavy

      May 02, 2019 at 2:37 am

      Very detailed and informative post. Naturally occurring zinc sources such as spinach, pumpkin seeds, and shrimp also help a lot.

      Reply
    3. Mindy Benson

      February 28, 2020 at 9:38 pm

      I am new to all this adhd stuff. I really enjoyed this post. However, I can’t seem to find the natural vitality kids calm multi anywhere!!!!! I love the ingredients in it and can’t find anything that even compares. Where do you find it?????

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      • Jacqueline

        March 01, 2020 at 1:31 am

        Hi, Mindy!
        I have been poking around to see if I could find it, but not sure exactly which product you mean, SO here is the page that may contain the one you specifically are looking for! I hope this helps! https://amzn.to/39cOgT9
        Blessings, friend! ~J

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        • Melissa

          August 30, 2020 at 11:31 pm

          I’m having the same problem. It looks as though the kids calm multi has been discontinued and it’s sold out everywhere. The link posted takes you to an amazon page of kids calm products but not the multi specifically. Would you have any other suggestions for a multi vitamin?

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          • Jacqueline

            September 01, 2020 at 3:53 pm

            Hi, Melissa! I am dealing with a hacked computer right now, so forgive the delay in responding. Look at this product: Best Nest Multi+ for Kids
            It is similar and may be a better product. I do not know why the other product was disc. I hope this helps! ~J
            https://www.amazon.com/Best-Nest-L-Methylfolate-Methylcobalamin-Wellness/dp/B072J513XH/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=multi+calm+kids&qid=1598989084&sr=8-8

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    4. Stephanie Dorr

      September 12, 2020 at 10:55 am

      do you have an alternative option for Mag Mind for kids who can’t swallow pills yet?

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      • Jacqueline

        September 12, 2020 at 12:08 pm

        Hi, Stephanie! Let me look….
        I can’t find a magnesium L-threonate in liquid with a child’s dose recommendation.
        Magnesium L Threonate Capsules (Magtein) https://amzn.to/2Ft26qA is a capsule (powdered) (not a veg cap like the MagMind by jarrow which you can’t break open). An adult takes 4 a day.
        By breaking open a capsule and adding HALF (ONly half)to applesauce, etc. you can get an appropriate amount in your child in just 1 bite. If no diarrhea in a week, you can gradually give a whole capsule worth.
        I would try that. At this time I don’t find anything except a plain liquid magnesium and getting a safe dose is hard for a child. You would use WAY, WAY less than for an adult bc it can cause very loose stools and even electrolyte imbalance if too much.
        Depending on age and temperament, you might work on playing a game to help them learn to swallow a veggie cap… they are super small…
        I hope that helps, ~J

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    5. KatB

      October 13, 2020 at 10:14 pm

      Does any of this come in tablet form? My son WILL Not take anything liquid form.

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      • Jacqueline

        October 14, 2020 at 11:31 pm

        KatB, is your child on the spectrum and having oral aversions or sensory/ textural issues? Obviously, the Jarrow Probiotics are chewable tablets and will work, and the MagMind by Jarrow is a capsule!

        For the last 2, you will just need to look and compare them with other products in that category.

        I wish I had the time to dig for you, but this will be a good experience for you to come up with some alternatives. Simply look at the ingredients and compare with other products like it (or close to it) in capsule or tablet form…

        If you want a final look over by me, bring your picks here and I’ll look at them! I am working with less and less time, so trying to teach and transfer the workload to readers. I apologize!
        Jacqueline

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    6. Bre

      November 12, 2020 at 5:01 pm

      Hi, I’m curious if the Jarrow madmag would be ok for a 5 almost 6 year old?

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      • Jacqueline

        November 12, 2020 at 5:42 pm

        Yes, Bre, Mind Mag would be fine unless he was a tiny little guy! Can he swallow a capsule? If not, you can open it and empty it onto a bite of food!
        I hope that helps!

        Reply

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