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December Newsletter: Holiday Routines That Reduce ADHD Chaos & Support a Healthy Gut–Brain Connection
The holidays bring joy, connection, and celebration — but for ADHD brains, this season can also mean overstimulation, disrupted routines, and emotional fatigue . Add travel, events, and endless to-do lists, and it’s easy to feel ungrounded. This month, we’re focusing on simple, ADHD-friendly routines that help keep your nervous system regulated while supporting a plant-based, gut-healthy lifestyle . Why gut health? Because the gut and brain are in constant communication. A b

Gretchen Pound, PhD
3 days ago3 min read


🌿 My Journey to a Plant-Based Diet: How It Transformed My ADHD and Heart Health
I recently embarked on a new journey—eating entirely plant-based—and it has done wonders for both my ADHD and my heart health. After being a vegetarian my entire life, I decided to take the next step and fully eliminate all animal products. The results have been remarkable. As someone in my 50s with a family history of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, I was motivated by both my physical and mental health. What I didn't expect was how profoundly my focus, energy, and

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Nov 144 min read


ADHD and Mental Health: Harnessing Plant-Based Living to Boost Focus and Mental Clarity
🧭 Introduction Nutrition plays a powerful role in how adults and young adults with ADHD think, feel, and function. While food isn't a cure, a well-balanced diet can optimize focus, stabilize energy, and support mood regulation. Many adults with ADHD are eager to use food as part of their self-care or treatment plan — but don't know where to start, especially when eating plant-based. This guide outlines the most effective plant-based nutrition strategies to support an ADHD br

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Nov 104 min read


August Wellness Newsletter: “Creating a Good Sleep Routine for Restful Sleep”
Hello and Happy August! As summer winds down and routines shift again—whether it's back to school, back to work, or back to earlier...

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Aug 73 min read


Do you remember to Eat During the Summertime?
Summer often brings a change of pace: vacations, altered work routines, and outdoor activities. For individuals with ADHD, these shifts...

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jun 203 min read


Why and How to Use Self-Massage for Stress Relief
Massage is the most ancient technique used for balancing emotions and relieving stress. Still a valid and thriving art in most countries....

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Apr 29, 20242 min read


8 Easy Steps to Eating for a Healthy Brain
Healthy eating is very important in helping improve mood, decrease anxiety, and improve concentration. Eating healthy foods such as...

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Apr 4, 20242 min read


Why and How to Use Self-Massage for Stress Relief
Self-Massage for stress relief and emotional balance is an effective way for gaining energy and releasing tension in the mind and body.

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Jun 12, 20232 min read


8 Easy Steps to Eating for a Healthy Brain
Healthy eating is important for helping improve mood, decrease anxiety and improve concentration for neurodivergent / ADHD individuals.

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Apr 10, 20231 min read
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