Fuel, Habit, and Environment: Your ADHD Nutrition and Lifestyle Plan

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The Brain-Body Connection: Fueling for Focus

A common misconception in ADHD treatment is that the brain operates independently of the body. In reality, the brain is the most metabolically demanding organ you have. You cannot expect sustained executive function from a brain that is fighting systemic inflammation or suffering from a lack of raw micronutrients. Our ADHD Nutrition and Lifestyle Plan is designed to pair with your medical treatment to ensure your "internal hardware" is capable of running the "software" of focus.

1. Stabilizing the Neuro-Metabolic Engine

The ADHD brain is hypersensitive to glucose fluctuations. When blood sugar spikes and drops, it triggers a stress response that mimics or worsens ADHD symptoms like irritability and "brain fog" [3].

• The Protein Priority: We recommend protein-rich meals every 3–4 hours. This isn't just for energy; protein provides L-Tyrosine, an amino acid required for the synthesis of dopamine. Without enough tyrosine, your medication may have less "raw material" to work with.

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Research consistently shows that individuals with ADHD often have lower levels of Omega-3s in their blood. These fats are essential for maintaining the fluidity of cell membranes in the brain. We use Ojus Omega Capsules (950 mg Total Omega-3s) to provide high-dose EPA and DHA, which help reduce neuro-inflammation and improve signal transmission between neurons.

• Removing Chemical Triggers: A landmark study in The Lancet demonstrated that certain artificial food colors and sodium benzoate preservatives increased hyperactivity in children [4]. We help patients identify these hidden triggers to lower the "baseline" of hyperactivity.

2. Supporting the Gut-Brain Axis ADHD

There is a direct superhighway between your gut and your brain called the Vagus nerve. If your gut is in a state of dysbiosis—where harmful bacteria outweigh the beneficial ones—it produces inflammatory cytokines that travel to the brain and interfere with neurotransmitter production.

• Ojus Bio Spores: We utilize this because traditional probiotics often die in the stomach. These spore-based organisms survive and deliver ImmunoLin®, which binds to toxins in the gut, preventing them from reaching the brain.

• Ojus Probiotic 100: For patients with significant digestive history, this 100 billion CFU blend helps rebuild the microbiome "forest" to support the production of serotonin, 90% of which is made in the gut.

3. Smart Supplementation for Daily Calm

Traditional stimulants increase dopamine, but they don't always address the "racing thoughts" or anxiety that can accompany ADHD.

• Ojus Calm: This liquid formula uses GABA (100 mg) and L-Theanine (100 mg). While GABA acts as the brain's primary inhibitory (calming) neurotransmitter, L-Theanine has been shown in clinical trials to improve sleep quality and mental clarity without sedation [5].

• Ojus N-Adrenal: Chronic ADHD often leads to a state of "always on" stress. This blend uses adaptogens like Ashwagandha and Rhodiola to help the adrenal glands regulate cortisol, preventing the mid-afternoon "crash" that many patients experience.

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Sources: [3] Harvard Health - Nutritional Psychiatry: Your Brain on Food [4] The Lancet - Food Additives and Hyperactive Behaviour [5] Journal of the American College of Nutrition - L-Theanine and ADHD Sleep