Sugar doesn’t just “hype kids up.” Fast carbs spike and crash blood sugar, nudge dopamine into a quick-hit/quick-drop cycle, and stoke inflammation that can disrupt the prefrontal cortex—where focus, planning, and emotional regulation live. That combo can make ADHD symptoms louder. Simple swaps that help: go protein-first at breakfast, pair every carb with protein/fiber, choose slower fruits (berries, apples), and use stevia or monk fruit when you need sweet without the spike. Skip juice/soda/HF

Do you have adhd and crave sugar and carbs? This might be why. #ADHD #reels #fyp | Helen Villiers LLB, PG Cert, MA