ADHD with Jenna Free4 Aug 2025

EP. 19: ADHD & Food - Why ADHDers Struggle & The Intuitive Eating Solution | ADHD with Jenna Free

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Food Relationships
04:29 Understanding Unhealthy Relationships with Food
09:47 My Personal Journey with Food and ADHD
15:58 Principles of Intuitive Eating
21:36 The Role of Dysregulation in Eating Habits
24:36 Workshop Announcement!!

Summary

In this episode of the ADHD with Jenna Free podcast, I discuss the complex relationship between ADHD and food. I dive into the challenges faced by ADHDers regarding their eating habits, including unhealthy relationships with food, binge eating, and the impact of dysregulation. I share my personal journey from dieting to intuitive eating and how you can use intuitive eating and regulation to begin building a more balanced and healthy relationship with food.

Takeaways

ADHD can significantly impact your relationship with food.
Many individuals with ADHD struggle with binge eating and dysregulation.
A healthy relationship with food involves nourishment and enjoyment, not punishment.
Intuitive eating can help create balance in eating habits.
Ditching diet culture is essential for a healthy food relationship.
No foods should be labeled as good or bad to avoid moral judgments.
Regular eating can help regulate emotions and prevent binge eating.

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