When you live with ADHD, you might be used to the mental whirlwind — the dopamine chases, the deadline surges, the exhaustion that follows. But for many, there’s a deeper and more insidious battle happening in the background: chronic illness. This week, Pete and Nikki welcome clinical naturopath and passionate advocate Jules Galloway to unpack the tangled web between ADHD, adrenal fatigue, autoimmune conditions, and the gut-brain connection.
Drawing from her own experiences with late-diagnosed ADHD and years of working with neurodivergent clients, Jules explains how chronic stress and inflammation can alter the architecture of the brain, and how burnout isn’t just a buzzword — it’s often a physiological crisis. From cortisol testing and histamine intolerance to why so many ADHDers feel like they’re constantly “wired but tired,” this episode brings clarity and compassion to a deeply misunderstood intersection of mental and physical health.
Jules also shares practical, empowering strategies for healing — from stabilizing blood sugar with protein-rich meals to reducing inflammation through gut health and sustainable lifestyle changes. It’s a conversation full of insight, empathy, and real-world tools for anyone struggling to understand the full-body impact of living with ADHD.
Links & Notes
- (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast
- (00:40) - Learn More! Support the show! Join the Community!
- (01:40) - Introducing Jules Galloway
- (06:51) - ADHD and Chronic Stress
- (09:41) - Inflammation
- (13:33) - Burnout
- (32:37) - Histamine
- (40:13) - Sustainable Wellness wtih ADHD and Chronic Disease
- (50:59) - Learn more and get a gift!
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