Handling Chronic Illness Therapeutically + The Intersection of ADHD

Today's episode is with Destiny Davis from the Chronic Illness Therapist online. We explore what it's like living with both chronic illness and ADHD, what therapies seem to help, and perspective shifts to make life more manageable.If you are a CRC, Physical Therapist, Profesional Counselor, or Social Worker, attend her conference to get 13 pre-approved CEs. Includes:- Student/Professional: $300-$525, Includes gluten-free and nut-free snacks/light refreshments each day. 13 CEs, pre-approved for CRCs, Physical Therapists, Profesional Counselors, and Social Workers! Fun welcome bag!Attend the Chronic Illness Therapists ConferenceMarch 6-7, 2026 | Atlanta, GA + Virtual SIGN UP TODAY! GET 13 CEs! - Learn more here: https://www.chronicillnesstherapists.com/ REFERENCED IN VIDEO: 📚The ADHD Nutrition Manual: ⁠https://stan.store/nutrimindlab⁠✨Join the Nutrimind Lab monthly subscription: ⁠https://patreon.com/nutrimindlab ⁠💬 Join the Hub (discord server): ⁠https://discord.gg/TJaS57g6wG⁠📩 Join my weekly newsletter -⁠⁠https://nutrimindcoach.kit.com/sub⁠⁠🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Overview of discussion[02:20] Current and previous food difficulties[09:30] ADHD and interoception: Ignoring body signals leads to disconnection[16:30] Why food feels unsafe: It forces you into your body[22:50] Three challenges: Change self-talk, create safe spaces, practice regulation[25:30] Nervous system regulation[30:00] Recap_______________________________________________________ADDITIONAL LINKS_______________________________________________________📸 Instagram: @thenutrimindlab🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Mental Health Podcast - Available on all major platforms🌐 Website: ⁠https://www.nutrimindlab.com

In this episode, I share my personal journey with food and ADHD, exploring why eating can feel so unsafe and difficult. We talk about the biggest realization I've had last year along with some practical steps to start feeling more connected with yourself. Thank you for listening!REFERENCED IN VIDEO: 📚The ADHD Interoception + Nervous system guides: https://stan.store/nutrimindlab✨ Join the Nutrimind Lab monthly subscription: https://patreon.com/nutrimindlab 💬 Join the Hub (discord server): https://discord.gg/TJaS57g6wG🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Overview of discussion[02:20] Current and previous food difficulties[09:30] ADHD and interoception: Ignoring body signals leads to disconnection[16:30] Why food feels unsafe: It forces you into your body[22:50] Three challenges: Change self-talk, create safe spaces, practice regulation[25:30] Nervous system regulation[30:00] Recap_______________________________________________________ADDITIONAL LINKS_______________________________________________________✨ Monthly eBook! Early content! 1:1 coaching! https://patreon.com/nutrimindlab 📩 Join my weekly newsletter -https://nutrimindcoach.kit.com/sub📸 Instagram: @thenutrimindlab🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Mental Health Podcast - Available on all major platforms🌐 Website: https://www.nutrimindlab.com

Check me for all the links mentioned!Psilocybin, the active compound in “magic mushrooms,” has garnered attention in recent years for its potential therapeutic effects on a variety of mental health conditions. For individuals with ADHD, the question arises: How does psilocybin interact with the brain, and could it provide relief from symptoms of ADHD? For one person, it's completely changed how they experience life, even so far as removing some of their ADHD symptoms entirely. Listen to learn his story. REFERENCED IN VIDEO: 🛍️FULL STORE - https://stan.store/nutrimindlab📩 Join the Nutrimind Newsletter: https://nutrimindcoach.kit.com/sub✨ Become a Lab Member - Early content, 1:1 coaching, + monthly eBook https://patreon.com/nutrimindlab PSILOCYBIN RESEARCH (BLOGS)How Psilocybin Affects ADHD and the Brain What Are the Long-Term Effects of Psilocybin on ADHD? Does Microdosing Psilocybin Help ADHD? 🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction [01:47] Understanding ADHD and Medication Experiences[16:08] Exploring Psilocybin for Mental Health[19:35] The Psilocybin Journey and Its Effects[26:41] Post-Journey Reflections and Insights[31:40] Additional Resources and Support[38:35] The Challenge of Being Present[38:54] The Power of Music and Dance[40:45] Exploring Creativity and Focus[47:50] The Impact of Psilocybin on Mental Health[49:07] Microdosing Insights and Experiences[51:06] The Science Behind Microdosing[01:08:49] The Importance of Safe Practices[01:10:23] Final Thoughts and Gratitude_______________________________________________________ADDITIONAL LINKS_______________________________________________________💬 Join the Hub (discord server): https://discord.gg/TJaS57g6wG📸 Instagram: @thenutrimindlab🌐 Website: https://www.nutrimindlab.com#ADHDNutrition #dopamine #adhdinwomen #mushroom

Today I've interviewed Taron Fletcher from Hardy Nutritionals, the world's most researched mental health supplement. I tried it myself, and this is the research behind it! This episode was not sponsored by Hardy Nutritionals. I just found it completely fascinating!💬 Let’s connect!MY STORE: https://stan.store/nutrimindlab📸 Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ Discord (FREE community):⁠ https://discord.gg/Vc9eFhtjf8⁠📩 Newsletter: ⁠Weekly novel ADHD nutrition research⁠🌐 Website: ⁠nutrimindcoaching.com⁠✨Patreon: ⁠Early access, group coaching, and exclusive worksheets

Alex Turnbull, registered dietitian, is an expert in helping parents finally help their picky eaters eat. She's a mom with ADHD of kids with ADHD - so she completely gets it. Learn more about her through her website at https://myfamilynutritionist.com/ or Instagram as @thefamilynutritionist.💬 Let’s connect!📸 Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ Discord (FREE community): https://discord.gg/Vc9eFhtjf8📩 Newsletter: Weekly novel ADHD nutrition research🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.com✨Patreon: Early access, group coaching, and exclusive worksheets🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Intro[01:08] Who is The Family Nutritionist?[04:20] Navigating nutrition as a parent[09:34] Strategies to help ADHD kids at mealtime [16:12] Getting kids with ADHD to eat[27:49] Reducing food fear [31:10] How to introduce foods to ADHD kids[36:08] What if my kid has ARFID or PFD?[40:26] Ideal nutrition guidelines for kids with ADHD

Free ebook - ADHD Eating Hacks (signing up for the newsletter is not required)My virtual store: https://stan.store/thenutrimindcoach✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠⁠patreon.com/nutrimindcoach⁠⁠📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: https://nutrimindcoach.kit.com/nutritional-mental-health-newsletter💬 Join the FREE discord community - updates, chats, and more! ⁠https://discord.gg/TJaS57g6wG⁠Let's connect elsewhere📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ YouTube: @nutrimindcoach🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.comI hope you enjoyed this episode on how exactly alcohol impacts the brains of people with ADHD and how we can reduce alcohol through an ADHD lens. Thank you for being here!

Today's interview was with dietetic intern Letisha Bates - she is an expert in PCOS nutrition for neurodivergent (specifically autistic and ADHD) folks! This episode was packed with so many helpful nuggets on how to help both your PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and ADHD at the same time. To learn more about Letisha, check her out on Instagram @endocrinecollective.✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠patreon.com/nutrimindcoach⁠📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: ⁠https://nutrimindnewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠💬 Join the FREE discord community - updates, chats, and more! https://discord.gg/TJaS57g6wGLet's connect elsewhere📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ YouTube: @nutrimindcoach🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.com

As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this video, I’m breaking down the research on how caffeine impacts ADHD. I also go over how caffeine impacts anxiety and depression!✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! 🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Brief overview of caffeine and mental health research[03:03] How caffeine impacts the brain[05:16] How caffeine impacts ADHD[07:49] Surprising research on caffeine and sleep[010:30] How different types of caffeine impacts mental health[13:23] How much caffeine is TOO much caffeine?[15:43] TLDR (the main takeaways in 2 minutes)📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: https://nutrimindnewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe💬 Let’s connect!📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Mental Health Podcast - Available on all major platforms🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.com#ADHDnutrition #neuronutrition #adhddiet #caffeineaddict #adhd

✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! ⁠patreon.com/nutrimindcoach⁠As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this episode, I’m breaking down why sugar-sweetened beverages are actually making your ADHD worse.🔹 Timestamps:[00:00] Intro[00:53] What are Sugar-Sweetened Beverages?[04:18] Sugar + ADHD Research[06:38] 3 Reasons Why Soda Harms ADHD[11:31] New Research on ADHD and these Beverages[14:08] Key Takeaways + Action Steps📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: ⁠https://nutrimindnewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠💬 Let’s connect!📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Mental Health Podcast - Available on all major platforms🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.com

As an ADHD nutrition research expert, I’ve spent years studying how food impacts focus, energy, and mental health. In this video, I’m breaking down a controversial subject: does sugar make depression worse?✨ Want more practical ADHD nutrition info, backed by research? Become a Nutrimind Community Member today! patreon.com/nutrimindcoach🔹 Timestamps:0:00 Intro01:21 Why Sugar is Important For Health05:09 Arguments Against Sugar09:30 Research that Finds Sugar Helps Depression📩 Join my newsletter to get weekly ADHD nutrition research studies sent to your inbox in a digestible way: https://nutrimindnewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe💬 Let’s connect!📸 Instagram: @nutrimindcoach🎙️ Podcast: Nutritional Mental Health Podcast - Available on all major platforms🌐 Website: nutrimindcoaching.com