Smart foods for ADHD and brain health : how diet and nutrition influence mental function, behaviour and mood / Rachel Gow.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gow, Rachel, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence--Psychological aspects.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence.

Nutrition--Popular works.

Nutrition.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescence--Alternative treatment.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (290 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

London, England : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, [2021]

Summary:

Changing one's diet not only improves physical health, but benefits mood, behaviour and cognitive function at a fundamental level. This book highlights the link between nutrition and mental health and demonstrates the crucial role of diet in supporting individuals with ADHD. Written by an internationally-recognised leader in the growing field of nutritional psychiatry, Dr Rachel Gow takes a nutrition-based look at ADHD and its management. Combining the latest research with the inspirational stories of a range of professionals and individuals whose lives have been touched by the issues raised, this book also includes accessible tips throughout and a chapter of recipes to promote brain health. This is an essential guide to understanding the interplay of brain health and nutrition, and supporting families to build a diet that optimises brain function and health.

Contents:

1. The Brain and the ADHD Brain

2. The Gut–Brain Axis

3. Food as Medicine and Food as Poison

4. ADHD Genetics and Nutrition as a Modulator

5. The Right Fat: Omega-3 Fatty Acids

6. Other Nutrients for Coping with ADHD

7. Food Allergies and Sensitivities

8. Sugars and Dyes

9. Diets that Help and Diets that Hinder

10. Eating Mindfully – Conclusion

RECIPES

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-78450-821-7