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In today's episode with Dr. James Greenblatt, you’ll hear us take a deep dive into:The root causes behind ADHDNatural treatments for ADHDThe role of magnesium in managing ADHDThe link between copper and zinc in ADHDFood allergies and sensitivities in ADHDGut health and ADHDExercise and sleep in ADHDParenting strategies for children with ADHDDr. James Greenblatt is the Founder and Medical Director of Psychiatry Redefined. In addition to his leadership role there, he holds the title of Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care and is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine. A prolific writer, Dr. Greenblatt has authored numerous books on integrative medicine. Labs MentionedHair mineral analysisIgG mediated food allergiesBlood testingIgE testingDelayed-type hypersensitivity testingOrganic acid testGuest Details:Dr. James Greenblatt’s WebsiteDr. James Greenblatt on LinkedInDr. James Greenblatt on InstagramDr. James Greenblatt on TwitterDr. James Greenblatt’s BooksPsychiatry Redefined WebsiteWalden Behavioral Care WebsiteTufts University School of Medicine WebsiteFinally Focused WebsiteTimestamps02:49 - What symptoms define ADHD?04:48 - Natural interventions for ADHD management05:53 - How magnesium influences ADHD and brain function08:12 - Magnesium: dietary sources and smart supplementation11:27 - Zinc deficiency and copper excess in ADHD14:35 - Testing for copper18:40 - Dr. Greenblatt's psychiatrist journey to integrative pediatric care19:40 - Connecting food allergies to ADHD in children21:15 - Testing for food allergies23:11 - Diet, allergies, and ADHD in preschoolers26:39 - Understanding OPCs26:48 - What is pycnogenol?30:04 - Finding the right specialist32:25 - Why is nutritional lithium a natural alternative for ADHD?39:12 - Impulse control in adults41:25 - The gut-brain connection in ADHD44:19 - Amino acids: nature's building blocks for ADHD neurotransmitter balance48:36 - Boosting protein intake for better mental health50:49 - Iron deficiency in ADHD52:43 - The power of exercise in ADHD53:54 - What is variable attention disorder?57:15 - Addressing sleep challenges in ADHD01:00:44 - Parenting strategies for children with ADHD01:05:03 - Saffron and ADHD
