18/05/2026
ADHD is much more than just behaviour.
When we look at the outward signs of ADHD, such as distraction, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, we completely miss what is actually happening inside the brain.
One of the biggest players is dopamine, and nutrition has a direct impact on not only whether your brain can make, but also whether it can use and recycle it properly.
In this blog article I explore:
→ Why dopamine matters so much in ADHD
→ The key nutrients most commonly lacking (magnesium, zinc, omega-3s, B vitamins and more)
→ How gut health, genetics and blood sugar regulation all play a role
→ Why a functional medicine approach looks at the whole picture and not just symptoms
Read the full article here 👇
https://www.natashaprice.co.uk/post/a-functional-medicine-approach-for-adhd-dopamine-and-nutrition
When ADHD is discussed, the spotlight usually falls on behaviour, attention span, impulsivity and emotional regulation. But if we only look at outward signs, we risk overlooking what is happening inside the brain.One of the key players in ADHD is dopamine, a chemical messenger that drives motivation...