54. Supplements for ND Kids: Calm Minds, Chaos Days, and What Actually Helps with Brittany Darling

💊 They’ll sell you $60 gummies and promise calm — while your child is still wide awake at midnight.

If you’ve ever handed over cash for gummies that didn’t work — you’re not the only one.

In this episode, Jane sits down with clinical nutritionist Brittany Darling to unpack the minefield of supplements for ADHD and neurodivergent kids. From magnesium gummies to iron deficiency, we break down what’s legit, what’s hype, and how mums can avoid wasting money on sugar pills in shiny jars.

Supplements aren’t magic. But with the right testing, the right dose, and support from a qualified professional, they can make a real difference.

What We Cover in This Episode

• Why supplements labelled “for ADHD kids” are a red flag in Australia
• The hidden risks of cheap gummies and adult formulas marketed for children
• Iron deficiency, magnesium, and saffron — what the research actually shows
• How to spot unqualified “nutrition experts” and what credentials matter
• Why supermarket supplements often don’t contain therapeutic doses
• When to consider a “supplement holiday” and reset

This Episode Is For You If

• You’ve ever bought gummies online and wondered if they actually work
• You’re tired of wasting money on supplements with no visible benefit
• You want to know which nutrients matter most for ADHD and ND kids
• You’ve felt guilty for “not doing enough” when supplements don’t fix behaviour
• You need clear, practical advice from someone who works with ND families

References & Resources Mentioned

• Clinical Nutritionist Brittany Darling → @wholefoodhealing
• Brittany’s supplement line: www.imnutrients.com
• TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) — guidelines on supplements
• Research on saffron and ADHD symptoms

✨ Listen now: “Supplements for ND Kids: Calm Minds, Chaos Days, and What Actually Helps” — available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and adhdmums.com.au — because mums deserve real answers, not expensive guesswork.

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