Is your funky executive function taking hold of your daily routine? We have a solution for you, and not-so-surprisingly, it involves… food!
By Melissa Sgambelluri
Is your funky executive function taking hold of your daily routine? We have a solution for you, and not-so-surprisingly, it involves… food! In today’s issue of DiverseMinds Mag, we reveal our favourite recipes that will dramatically improve the inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity you experience to benefit your mind, body, and overall life. Spoiler Alert: Recipes ahead are healthy, creative, and delicious!
#1. Pan-Seared Salmon with Kale and Apple Salad
Up first: a super tasty meal that combines seafood, fruits, and vegetables to help nourish your body. Courtesy of Food Network Kitchen, this pan-seared salmon with kale and apple salad provides the perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess, and includes benefits that are personalized to your exact ADHD needs! In fact, while the salmon component of this dish is an excellent source of protein to strengthen the interaction among your brain’s neurotransmitters, the kale and apple components of this dish act as complex carbohydrates, fueling your body with fibre. What happens when you incorporate both protein and fibre in one dish? Nothing short of ADHD-friendliness! Once digested, the sugar from the complex carbohydrates will be released into your bloodstream in a more gradual, sustained fashion when compared to ingesting simple carbs. Because elevated sugar levels are directly correlated with the traits of ADHD, this slow release of sugar will help control the hyperactivity you may experience. This will allow you to better manage your busy mind, and ultimately gain a greater sense of control over your life!