ADHD and Nutrition

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I have been working with people with ADHD for more than 15 years, and there is a lot of ADHD in my own family.  

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The stereotypical hallmarks of ADHD — inattention, poor concentration, memory problems, emotional dysregulation and anxiety, can all have effects on food and eating.

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Difficulties with food and eating may include:

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• Poor appetite due to side effects of medication

• Difficulty with planning meals and making decisions

• Overwhelm: supermarkets, preparing food, cooking, cleaning up

• Using food as stimulation

• Over eating/under eating cycle

• Love for sweet foods

• Being very particular about food, smells and textures

• Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

• Disordered Eating

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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I work with each person as an individual, to help them progress towards a way of eating that will contribute to having a happy and healthy life.

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Following a comprehensive assessment, I provide advice about:

• medication/nutrient interactions

• supplements that may be worthwhile taking

• simple, easy ways to improve nutrition

• uncomplicated meals, shopping lists

• healthier convenience foods to buy

• coping with unhelpful/unhealthy eating behaviours

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Initial 1 hour consultation: £90

This includes (as appropriate for the client): assessment of pre appointment questionnaire and food diary; 1 hour consultation; individualised Nutrition Plan/written information; any other useful information e.g. recommendations for useful apps, websites, books

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Follow up appointments: £45

Follow up appointments last approximately 45 minutes

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Depending on the reason you are seeking my help, you may only need one appointment, or you may need ongoing long term appointments. 

 

There are no unexpected extra costs. If I recommend a supplement I will suggest a number of choices, as I do not sell or promote any particular brand or product.

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