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The Hidden 20%

ADHD And Bipolar Disorder: Heston Blumenthal Opens Up [EXCLUSIVE]

Jul 17, 2024
Culinary icon Heston Blumenthal opens up about his bipolar disorder diagnosis and ADHD. He discusses the impact of bipolar disorder on his creativity, the different types of bipolar, and the relationship between ADHD and cooking. Heston shares personal anecdotes, including the challenges and successes in his culinary journey, and how his neurodivergent traits have influenced his work.
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  • Heston shares his bipolar type one diagnosis and the impact of his wife in managing mood swings.
  • Neurodiversity in the kitchen: Heston reflects on ADHD connections to creativity and sensory experiences.

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Creating Seedlip: The World's First Distilled Non-Alcoholic Spirits

The speaker, being autistic, aimed to change how people drink and developed Seedlip, the first non-alcoholic distilled spirits. Seedlip quickly expanded to 35 countries, featured in top bars, restaurants, and retailers. By offering delicious and unique botanical blends for mixing or cocktails, Seedlip provided an alternative to traditional mocktails.

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