Integrative Wellness Blog
Aluminium Overload Can Exacerbate ADHD
Aluminium Overload Can Exacerbate ADHD and Affect Gut Health Heavy metal accumulation, including aluminium burden, poses a significant threat to our health, impacting both our nervous system and gut function,... more »
Nutrigenomics & Precision Nutrition
Nutrigenomics is a subcategory under genomics and is the study of how nutrients interact with and express our genes specifically to prevent chronic illness and disease. Precision nutrition considers genetic,... more »
GI Map for ADHD, Gut Health and Immunity
The GI Map w/ Zonulin from Diagnostic Solutions is one my favorite microbiome tests. This is an important stool test to assess ADHD symptoms, gut health and immune system function. The zonulin add-on... more »
Red Clover - ADHD Herbal Ally
Red Clover Trifolium pratense Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)Plant parts used: leaves & flowers Where this plant grows: Meadows & gardens. Native to Asia + Europe. Also grows all over North... more »
Organic Acids Test (OAT) for ADHD
Organic Acids Test (OAT) is an at-home urine test that includes markers for vitamin and mineral levels, oxidative stress, and neurotransmitter levels that affect ADHD symptoms. If abnormalities are detected... more »
Functional Lab Testing for ADHD
Functional lab testing for ADHD is a relatively new approach to assessing and treating ADHD symptoms. It involves looking for underlying causes of ADHD, such as nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities,... more »
Saffron for ADHD - Effective but Is it Always Safe?
Saffron - Crocus sativus for ADHD Have you heard about the benefit of Saffron for ADHD? Saffron is a culinary spice that has shown to be effective in supporting ADHD symptoms, and combatting depression, and... more »
Neurotransmitters in ADHD
Neurotransmitters in ADHD Neurotransmitters in ADHD are the chemical messages sent to neurons and other cells to convey information within the brain and from the nervous system to other body parts. They process... more »
Get to know GABA
Let’s take a look at GABA - Gamma-aminobutyric Acid ADHD is commonly linked with deficits of the neurotransmitter dopamine and deficits in our noradrenergic neurotransmitter system. This system is... more »
Essential Fatty Acids for ADHD
Fatty Acids for ADHD - Omegas 3, 6 & 9 Increasing evidence suggests that a relative lack of essential fatty acids, mainly omega-3, may contribute to many psychiatric and neurodevelopmental... more »