Magnesium and PANS/PANDAS with Dr. Darin Ingels | Nervous System Strategies | E166

Magnesium and PANS/PANDAS: Supporting Emotional and Brain HealthIf your child struggles with anxiety, OCD, tics, or emotional reactivity, you’re not alone. It’s not bad parenting. It’s a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode, Dr. Roseann and Dr. Darin Ingels explain how magnesium and integrative treatments support kids with PANS and PANDAS, especially when neuroinflammation drives symptoms.Why magnesium matters for PANS/PANDASMagnesium is essential for calming the nervous system and regulating brain chemistry. Low magnesium can worsen:Anxiety and intrusive thoughtsEmotional reactivitySleep problemsMotor ticsFatigueParent story: A child with PANS had escalating anxiety and OCD during flares. Supplementing magnesium helped calm symptoms and improve sleep and emotional control.Best forms of magnesium for brain supportMagnesium threonate – crosses the blood-brain barrier, reduces neuroinflammationMagnesium glycinate – gentle, supports sleepMagnesium malate – supports fatigue and painThe body naturally flushes excess magnesium. Parents can adjust doses safely with guidance.Tip: Pair magnesium with PEMF, consistent sleep, and a balanced diet for best results.How nutrient deficiencies make PANS/PANDAS worseModern diets can be low in key minerals such as magnesium, zinc, selenium, and boron. Deficiencies exacerbate dysregulation during infection, stress, or inflammation.Signs:Anxiety spikesCognitive fogIrritabilityMotor ticsFatigueAddressing deficiencies helps the nervous system regulate so other therapies work better.Integrative treatments that helpLow-Dose Immunotherapy (LDI) to retrain the immune systemDetox supports: hydration, binders, sauna therapyAvoid aggressive protocols that overwhelm the nervous systemMold remediation if mycotoxins are present🗣️ “It’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. When we calm inflammation and support the nervous system, kids can heal.” — Dr. RoseannListen + Take the Next StepLearn strategies to calm your child and support the nervous system. Get your FREE Regulation Rescue Kit: 👉 www.drroseann.com/newsletterConnect with Dr. Darin Ingels: https://dariningelsnd.com/TakeawayMagnesium is a simple, powerful tool for calming the brain in children with PANS or PANDAS. Combined with immune regulation, detox, consistent routines, and nervous system support, real progress is possible.FAQsQ1: How much magnesium should my child take?Start low, increase gradually. The body self-regulates excess. Work with a clinician for individualized dosing.Q2: Can magnesium reduce anxiety or OCD?Yes. Magnesium supports GABA pathways and reduces neuroinflammation, calming intrusive thoughts and emotional reactivity.Q3: Is magnesium threonate safe for kids?Yes, it is well tolerated and supports brain healing.Q4: Should I test my child’s magnesium levels?Serum magnesium is often unreliable. Clinicians typically supplement based on symptoms rather than labs.Q5: Can nutrient deficiencies trigger flares?Yes. Children with PANS/PANDAS burn through nutrients quickly during infection, stress, or inflammation.Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge helps parents understand Emotional Dysregulation in Children and teaches practical Nervous System Regulation in Children and Co-Regulation Techniques through Regulation First Parenting™.