“My Brain’s a Browser with 100 Tabs Open (and Some of Them Are Playing Music): ADHD & Nutrition!”
“Brain Lube”
Okay, so picture this: A web browser with a million tabs open, some playing random cat videos, others trying to solve complex math problems, and a few just buffering. Sound familiar? Yep, that’s the ADHD life, But guess what? We can totally give our brains a little boost with the right fuel!
Nutrient Ninjas to the Rescue!
- Omega-3s: Think of these as brain lube! They help with focus and mood. Find them in fatty fish (salmon, mackerel you get the jist oily fish), flaxseeds, and walnuts.
- Iron: Tired of feeling like a low-battery robot? Iron helps with energy and attention. Red meat, spinach, and lentils are your friends.
- Zinc: This mineral is like a little brain organiser. It helps with neurotransmitter function. Find it in pumpkin seeds, chickpeas, and cashews.
- Magnesium: Calming all that chaos! Magnesium helps with stress and sleep (which, let’s be honest, we often struggle with). Think leafy greens, almonds, and dark chocolate.
- Vitamin D: Helps with mood regulation, and is vital for many other bodily functions. Getting some sunshine is a great way to get it, or via supplementation.
Gut Feelings & Happy Brains!
Now, let’s talk about our guts. Did you know there’s a “gut-brain axis”? It’s like a secret communication line between your gut and your noggin. And guess what? Probiotics can help keep that line run super smoothly!
- A healthy gut can influence neurotransmitter production, which plays a role in mood and focus.
- Essentially, happy gut, potentially happier brain!
“SUPER POWER “
Probiotics:
- Look for probiotic-rich foods like yogurt (the real stuff!), kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi.
- Or consider a good quality probiotic supplement.
Fun Fact: Did you know that fidgeting actually helps some people with ADHD focus? It’s like giving your brain a little extra processing power! So, grab a fidget spinner, a stress ball, or just tap your foot – whatever works for you!
ADHD is another super power to fuel the right way to enhance it.
Maria
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