360: Minerals, Mitochondria, and Meltdowns: The Overlooked Link with Dr. Aaron Hartman

Parenting a child who goes from calm to chaos in seconds can feel exhausting. You try everything—deep breaths, gentle words, even walking away—and still, the meltdowns come. You’re not alone.

When kids struggle with big emotions, there’s often a hidden root cause inside the body—and minerals play a much bigger role than most parents realize.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aaron Hartman to unpack the powerful connection between minerals, mitochondria, and meltdowns—and how nutrition, lifestyle, and nervous system regulation can help your child regain balance and calm.

Why does my child melt down when they’re “just tired or hungry”?

When your child seems to unravel at the smallest thing, it’s not bad behavior—it’s biology. Mineral imbalances directly affect how their nervous system fires.

• Low magnesium or zinc deficiency can make the brain more reactive to stress.
• When blood sugar drops from skipping meals or eating too many processed foods, the body burns through nutrients fast—leading to irritability, anxiety, or panic attacks.
• A deficient diet full of additives and low in whole foods affects serotonin, dopamine, and other key neurotransmitters.

When we calm the brain first and nourish the body, meltdowns start to fade.

Takeaway: A balanced diet rich in real food, protein, and calming minerals helps stabilize your child’s emotions and energy.

Need quick relief while you work on those root causes? Try Quick Calm—my proven method to calm the brain fast so you and your child can reset and start fresh.

Could my child’s mood swings be linked to mineral deficiencies?

Absolutely. Research continues to show how essential minerals affect mental well-being and brain function.

Here’s what parents need to know:

• Zinc deficiency is linked with attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), depression, and poor immune function.
• Magnesium supports relaxation and sleep by calming overactive neurons.
• B vitamins and vitamin D play a critical role in serotonin production—affecting mood and focus.
• Too much copper or exposure to heavy metals can worsen anxiety, aggression, and brain fog.

HTMA testing (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) can reveal these hidden imbalances, helping you target the root cause instead of chasing symptoms.

🗣️“When your child’s body is missing key nutrients, their brain can’t regulate emotions—no matter how many coping tools you teach.” –Dr. Roseann

What are simple ways to boost my child’s mineral intake naturally?

You don’t need to overhaul your entire pantry overnight. Start small—consistency is what matters most.

• Choose whole foods over processed snacks. Think nuts, seeds, eggs, leafy greens, and clean proteins.
• Add trace minerals or electrolyte drops to water for gentle, steady support.
• Use zinc supplements or a high-quality multivitamin only when guided by a practitioner.
• Cook with healthy fats (omega-3-rich oils, avocado, grass-fed butter) to enhance absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
• Involve your kids—make it fun with family “squat-offs” or walks after...