Helping Teens Thrive With ADHD with Dana Kay
Episode Summary
Do you have a teenager with ADHD? Are you concerned about their struggles with focus, impulsive actions, managing time, social interactions, and self-esteem? If these challenges sound familiar, you're in the right place.
In this episode Dr. Cam talks with Dana Kay, a board-certified holistic health and nutrition practitioner, two-time International best-selling author and the visionary leader of the ADHD Thrive Institute.
Dana Kay and Dr. Cam explore effective strategies to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD and help our teens to excel in their personal and academic lives.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Diet plays a significant role in managing ADHD symptoms, and avoiding foods with artificial dyes, flavors, gluten, dairy, and soy can be beneficial.
Replacing unhealthy foods with nourishing alternatives can help improve ADHD symptoms and overall well-being.
Getting teens on board with dietary changes requires explaining the why behind the changes and connecting it to their goals and interests.
In addition to diet, other strategies for managing ADHD symptoms include exercise, setting boundaries around technology use, and addressing underlying issues such as gut health and neurotransmitter imbalances.
Meet Dana Kay
Dana Kay is a board-certified holistic health and nutrition practitioner, two times International best selling author, and the CEO and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute. As a mother of a child with ADHD, she knows firsthand the struggles that come with parenting a neurodiverse child and the freedom that is possible once parents learn to reduce ADHD symptoms. Dana has been featured in Forbes and on Fox and CBS, and various other online media. She has also been a guest at multiple parenting and ADHD summits and podcasts. She has already helped over 1000 families find freedom from ADHD symptoms so that children with ADHD can thrive at home, at school, and in life.
Connect with Dana Kay on her website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
Watch the Full Interview
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:16 Inspiration to Focus on ADHD
03:08 The Impact of Diet on ADHD Symptoms
06:43 Foods to Avoid for ADHD
10:39 Replacing Unhealthy Foods
12:56 The Impact of Gluten on ADHD
15:43 Getting Teens on Board with Dietary Changes
20:42 Other Strategies for Managing ADHD Symptoms
25:29 Working with Your Child and Focusing on What Matters to Them
29:42 Key Takeaways and Action Steps
32:15 Conclusion and Contact Information
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Dana’s Guide: Top 5 nutrients guide for kids with ADHD
FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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