148: How Iron Deficiency Impacts ADHD with Dana Kay

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, a Board-Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner, explores the critical connection between iron levels and ADHD symptoms. With research revealing that iron deficiency may explain up to 30% of ADHD severity, Dana breaks down how iron supports brain function, mood regulation, and attention.

Tune in to discover how to spot signs of iron deficiency, how to boost iron naturally through diet, and how to determine whether supplementation is needed. Dana also shares her go-to recommendations for safe, effective iron supplements and emphasizes the importance of combining supplementation with holistic ADHD strategies. Don’t miss this conversation, packed with practical tips and expert advice to help your child thrive. 

Links Mentioned in the Show: 

• My Favorite Place to Buy Supplements - http://adhdthriveinstitute.com/supplements 
• Paloevalley Grass Fed Organ Complex  - https://shop.adhdthriveinstitute.com/grass-fed-organ-complex-180-capsules.html 
• Designs for Health Iron Supplement  - https://shop.adhdthriveinstitute.com/ferrochelr-chelated-ferrous-iron-120-capsules.html 
• Iron Cheat Sheet - https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/supplement-for-adhd-iron 

Links to Previous Episodes in this Supplements for ADHD Series:

• -Magnesium -  https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-93/ 
• -Saffron - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-136/ 
• -GABA - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-137/ 
• -L-Theanine - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-142/ 
• -Bio Essentials - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-144/ 
• -Omegas - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-146/ 

Key Takeaways:

[3:27] What is iron?

[6:02] How does iron work in the body?

[7:54] What is ferritin and how does it relate to iron?

[9:24] Natural ways to increase iron in the body

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