"Nutrition is the only remedy that can bring full recovery and can be used with any treatment. Remember, food is our best medicine!”

According to Harvard Medical School, there is a high rate of obesity in the ADHD population, which is contrary to popular belief as people think they are burning so much energy through the hyperactivity. Research shows that many gastric bypass patients have ADHD and associated impulse control disorders. Therefore, it’s important to address the issue of nutrition within this course, as food can be our best medicine when used alongside other treatments. This module covers the foods/drinks that make our ADHD symptoms more pronounced and foods that can aid in reducing the symptoms. We look at meal planning and what an ideal ADHD diet looks like.