Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

183: The Toxic Truth About ADHD: How Hidden Heavy Metals Impact Kids with Dr. Wendy Myers


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You can have the perfect ADHD diet, remove every allergen, and stack the best supplements… yet your child may still struggle if heavy metals are silently clogging their system.

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids, welcomes Dr. Wendy Myers, naturopathic doctor, #1 bestselling author, and founder of MyersDetox.com. Known worldwide as the "detox expert," Dr. Wendy has helped thousands of families understand the hidden dangers of heavy metals and toxins.

Together, Dana and Dr. Wendy reveal how toxins affect brain function, mood, and ADHD symptoms, and they unpack the everyday ways kids are exposed to lead, aluminum, and other metals. More importantly, they share safe, practical strategies to begin reducing toxic load — from simple dietary tweaks to powerful detox supports. Parents will walk away with hope, knowledge, and steps they can take immediately to support their child's health.

Links Mentioned in the Show:

  • ADHD Thrive Institute Website
  • MyersDetox.com
  • ADHD Parent Nutrition Support Group | Facebook
  • Free Heavy Metals Quiz

Key Takeaways:

[01:00] Why diet and supplements alone may not be enough if toxins are present [01:27] Dana's story of a child with sky-high lead and aluminum levels [02:07] Dr. Wendy Myers' personal health crisis and how it led her to detox work [05:17] Why heavy metals are everywhere , air, food, water, even shower steam [09:12] Lead's link to ADHD, learning delays, and behavior challenges [12:48] Aluminum exposures parents may overlook in food, cookware, and personal care [14:14] Signs your child might be struggling with heavy metal overload [17:18] Testing options: hair mineral analysis, scans, and what they reveal [19:44] The top detox foods every family can use right now [22:54] Minerals as the foundation for safe detox and healthy brain function [23:45] Binders, spirulina, chlorella, and other supportive supplements [24:03] Safe detox methods for kids: ionic foot baths and infrared saunas [25:09] Why detox doesn't need to be extreme or scary [28:59] Hope and encouragement for parents who feel overwhelmed

Memorable Moments:

"You can have the perfect ADHD diet, but if heavy metals are clogging the system, your child will still struggle."

"This child was carrying a toxic burden that was literally short-circuiting his brain and body."

"Lead is the number one heavy metal linked to ADHD, and it's still all around us."

"Aluminum causes brain swelling and behavioral issues — and it's shockingly common."

"Binders soak up toxins like a sponge. They're like little catchers' mitts for heavy metals."

"Children's bodies are resilient. Once you support the basics, they often detox naturally."

"Don't ever feel hopeless. Your options for supporting your child are limitless."

Dana Kay Resources:

🔗WEBSITES:

https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/https://dana-kay.com/

👋SOCIALS:

▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/ ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/ ▶ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/ ▶ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/ ▶ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK:

▶ Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

💻FREE MASTERCLASS

▶ Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS

▶ ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd ▶ ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/

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