Hormonal spikes impact ADHD through increased inflammation, triggering the production of chemicals like IL-6, IL-1, IL-10, and tumor necrosis factor alpha. These chemicals activate the immune system, leading to inflammation. Specifically, adipocytes producing IL-6 decrease BDNF, which is crucial for promoting neuronal growth and brain stimulation.
Have you ever eaten a cookie, only to find yourself wondering why you couldn't just stop at one? Do you find that you use food as a mechanism to combat negative emotion? In this episode, Dr. K explores the mechanisms behind why this happens, how your ADHD may exacerbating these behaviours, and even what steps you can take to combat it.
If you find yourself relating to any of the issues discussed in this episode, then you could use the information included in Dr K's guide to Mental Health. Get more information here: https://www.healthygamer.gg/about/guide
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