HealthyGamerGG The Link Between ADHD & Obesity
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Apr 3, 2024 Explore the link between ADHD and obesity, with insights on altered reward processing, food cravings, impulse control, and emotional regulation. Learn about the interconnected relationship between ADHD and obesity, and strategies for managing both conditions through food awareness and emotional control.
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ADHD and Obesity Link
- ADHD and obesity are linked through altered reward processing and hormonal activity.
- Worse ADHD symptoms at a young age predict higher obesity risk later and vice-versa.
Reward Processing in ADHD
- People with ADHD have increased food cravings but decreased satisfaction from eating.
- This leads to consuming more food to satisfy intense cravings, like a "skeleton eating."
Mindful Eating
- Savor your food intentionally to increase food reward.
- Avoid distractions while eating to improve attention and satisfaction.