Magnesium for ADHD - Does It Help?
Indeed, low levels of serotonin
seem to be responsible for depression, moodiness and irritability. Research study on the health benefits of magnesium for ADHD There
are several clinical trials that looked at the link between low magnesium
levels and hyperactivity. Let's quickly look at the results from two
clinical studies.
Study #1 One clinical study done by Mousain-Bosc and associates (Magnes Res, 2006 Mar;19(1):46-52) showed that ADHD children had lower levels of magnesium inside their red blood cells than children without ADHD symptoms. Giving the children magnesium and vitamin B6 for 2 months resulted in less hyperactivity and better attention. When the magnesium and vitamin B6 were stopped, the ADHD symptoms returned in 2 weeks. The typical dose used is 200 mg of magnesium and 10 to 20 mg of vitamin B6. Study #2 Dr. Huss and associates (Lipds Health Dis. 2010 Sep 24;9:105)
from Johannes Gutenberg-University in Germany monitored 810
children aged 5 to 12 who were given magnesium, zinc and omega-3 and -6
fatty acids over a three month period.
The conclusion? Combining omega-3 and well as omega-6 with magnesium and zinc have a positive effect on ADHD and increased attention span and reduced behavioural and emotional problems. The results were seen at 12 weeks. Dose to use Experts
suggest using 200 mg daily for at least 6 months.
The specific dose used in the study done by Mousain-Bosc et al is 6 mg/kg/day of magnesium along with 0.6 mg/kg/day of vitamin B6. For example, a 30 kg child would be taking 180 mg of magnesium and 18 mg of vitamin B6 daily. In this case, it would be acceptable to use 200 mg of magnesium and 20 mg of vitamin B6. Bottom Line? For children
suffering from ADHD, minerals and vitamins such as magnesium, zinc and vitamin B6
along with omega 3 fatty
acids (fish oil) seem likely the logical first step to take.
Magnesium, vitamin B6 ,zinc and omega 3's can be safely and effectively combined together with natural herbs such as Focus Formula for added benefits. Save prescription drugs like Ritalin as a last resort. The Best Remedy for ADHD?  Focus Formula
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ADHD lists all the proven effective supplements and minerals
that can help reduce ADHD symptoms in both children and adults.
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