ADHD and nutrition oct

Did you know that certain foods are better for people with ADHD? A refined diet can help with concentration, energy and memory.

COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES

Fruits, vegetables, whole-grain bread and pasta, brown rice, beans and lentils

Complex carbohydrates can help prevent blood sugar spikes as they keep you feeling fuller for longer and encourage better sleep!

VITAMINS AND MINERALS

iron: beef, liver, kidney beans, and tofu

zinc: green veg, shellfish, beans, and nuts

magnesium: pumpkin seeds, almonds, spinach, and peanuts

vitamin B-6: eggs, fish, peanuts, and potatoes

vitamin D: fatty fish, beef liver, egg yolks, and fortified foods

Some studies link ADHD with low levels of certain micronutrients, including iron, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B-6, and vitamin D.

Protein-rich foods

Fish and shellfish, beans and lentils, eggs & nuts

Protein is essential for the health of the brain, and it plays a key role in producing brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. These carry messages through your brain - essential for learning and memory.

OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS

fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seeds

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that a person must get and play a role in heart and brain health. Children with ADHD

may have reduced levels of omega-3 fats.