Most people talk about eating well as if it comes down to making better choices.

But for ADHD brains, food is rarely just one choice.

It's noticing hunger before the crash. It's stopping what you're doing. It's remembering what food exists. It's deciding what sounds tolerable. It's switching tasks...

I didn't come to the dopamine-and-food conversation as someone studying it from a distance. I came to it as someone who lived the gap between knowing what would help and not being able to do it when life, stress, overload, or my own brain got in the way.

That made me less interested in surfac...

Why joint instability, emotional regulation, and chronic pain are more connected than we think, and what it means for healing the body, not just the brain.

It’s fall. The season of fresh starts and second winds. The world picks up its pace again. Kids back in school. Routines snapping back into p...

(And why one NYT article cracked things open - but didn’t tell the whole story)

So here's what happened:

I read this New York Times piece by Paul Tough about ADHD - and I shouted.

Out loud.

From my kitchen table.

Then I sat down.

Then I stood up again.

Because I needed to do something with...

With Halloween just behind us, I've been getting tons of questions about what I'm doing with all that Halloween candy—and how I'm managing it with my kids.

It's funny, isn't it?

The expectation that, as a nutritionist, I'd be guarding that candy stash with every trick in the book!

But here's my...

Halloween is almost here, and with it comes a flood of candy and sweets. As parents, it can be tricky to balance letting our kids enjoy the fun without going overboard.

But here's the issue: restricting candy or labelling it as "bad" can actually lead to the opposite of what we want.

When we mak...

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September is here, and if you’re anything like me, you’re feeling that familiar mix of relief and anxiety as we say goodbye to summer and brace ourselves for the chaos of the school year. Our summer had a few lazy, go-with-the-flow days, but to be honest—it was mostly...

Summer is here, and if you’re a parent managing ADHD, either for yourself or your kids, you know how disruptive this season can be.

I just had a conversation this morning with another mama about how hard summer can be to navigate the routine changes and all the big emotions for our kids (and us) th...

As parents, we're the first to notice when something's not quite right with our children—especially in the unpredictable weather of spring. If you or your child has ADHD, or even if they don't- you may have noticed that something feels a little “off” right now.

And, it's more than just chasing your...

These pickerel tacos with purple cabbage slaw and creamy avocado, are not just easy to make but also packed with nutrients essential for ADHD nutrition.

The omega-3 in pickerel supports brain function, while the deep purple of the cabbage is rich in anthocyanins, antioxidants known to improve cogni...

Looking for a delicious and brain-boosting breakfast to kick off your day? This protein-packed oatmeal is perfect for busy mornings and packed with ingredients that can support those with ADHD.

Why it's ADHD-friendly:

Omega-3 Powerhouse: Walnuts and chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, whic...

This stir-fry is not just a meal; it's a strategic blend of ingredients designed to enhance focus and cognitive function, perfect for those managing ADHD.

Ginger, with its anti-inflammatory properties, helps improve brain function and cognitive health.

Broccoli, a cruciferous vegetable rich in bra...