Nutrition for ADHD and Dyslexia
On sale
21st January 2025
Price: £16.99
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Having ADHD or dyslexia can mean your brain is often working overtime – and nutrition can play a vital role in supporting the brain to function at its best.
Dr. Emma Derbyshire takes a practical, neurodiversity-affirmative approach to optimising ADHD and dyslexic diets for emotional regulation and mental performance. Chapters cover: key vitamins and common deficiencies, probiotics and the gut-brain axis; the role of Omega-3 and fatty acids; managing sensory seekers and fussy eaters – as well as sleep, anxiety and processing power.
With recipes, case studies and clear take-home pointers, this is an accessible, wide-ranging primer for supporting ADHD and dyslexic brain health.
Dr. Emma Derbyshire takes a practical, neurodiversity-affirmative approach to optimising ADHD and dyslexic diets for emotional regulation and mental performance. Chapters cover: key vitamins and common deficiencies, probiotics and the gut-brain axis; the role of Omega-3 and fatty acids; managing sensory seekers and fussy eaters – as well as sleep, anxiety and processing power.
With recipes, case studies and clear take-home pointers, this is an accessible, wide-ranging primer for supporting ADHD and dyslexic brain health.
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Reviews
Demystifies common myths, explains quite complex concepts simply, and provides very tangible, practical suggestions for dietary and nutritional changes. Each chapter concludes with 'Take Home Points' and the Appendices contain valuable food lists and recipes. An all round informative and useful book for any reader with an ADHD or dyslexic individual in their lives.
In a world full of conflicting nutritional advice, Dr Derbyshire's book stands out as a beacon of clarity that skillfully bridges the gap between science and practical application, offering a roadmap to using nutrition as a powerful tool to support focus, learning, and emotional balance in those with ADHD and dyslexia. A must-read.
Internationally renowned nutritionist Emma Derbyshire once again offers practical, neurodiversity-affirmative approach to optimising ADHD and dyslexic diets for emotional regulation and cognitive performance.