Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast What Your Body’s Telling You About ADHD with Jules Galloway
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May 22, 2025 Jules Galloway, a clinical naturopath from Melbourne, specializes in women's health and the gut-brain connection. She dives into the hidden complexities of ADHD, revealing how chronic illnesses like adrenal fatigue and autoimmunity intertwine with mental health. Jules discusses the physical toll of stress, inflammation, and how burnout is a real crisis. She offers practical strategies such as blood sugar stabilization and gut health improvements, providing empathy and actionable insights for those navigating the challenges of ADHD.
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Jules' ADHD Discovery Story
- Jules Galloway was undiagnosed with ADHD through school despite clear signs like distraction and hyperactivity.
- She later realized her condition after experiencing burnout and working with neurodivergent clients.
ADHD and Brain Inflammation
- Chronic stress physically changes the brain architecture, increasing the amygdala size and inflammation.
- ADHD brains produce more inflammatory cytokines, making neuroinflammation common and worsening symptoms.
Inflammation's ADHD Perfect Storm
- Chronic trauma and stress accumulate more in neurodivergent people, stacking inflammatory risk.
- Gut issues common with ADHD add to inflammation, creating a "perfect storm" for chronic illness.