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ADHD Wise Squirrels for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD.

WS26 ADHD Food and Diet and a 6,000-Mile Bike Ride with Julie Saad.

Jun 19, 2024
Julie Saad, an ADHD and nutrition coach, discusses ADHD, nutrition, diet, and her 6,000-mile bike journey. She shares insights on diets like Whole30, Keto, veganism, and paleo, emphasizing consulting healthcare providers before dietary changes. Topics also include the importance of healthier meat choices, processed meats, carbohydrates, and sodium in the diet.
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  • Therapeutic diets like ketogenic diets can positively impact mental health by addressing metabolism and reducing inflammation in the brain.
  • Nutrition plays a crucial role in enhancing mental health by optimizing gut health and stabilizing blood glucose levels through low-carb approaches.

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Impact of Therapeutic Diets on Mental Health

Therapeutic diets like ketogenic diets are explained to have positive impacts on mental health conditions like ADHD, depression, and anxiety. These diets help in addressing metabolism issues, reducing inflammation in the brain, and balancing gut microbiomes, leading to more stable moods and improved psychiatric symptoms. The adoption of such diets, although challenging compared to medication, can offer long-term benefits in managing mental health concerns.

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