Episode Description:
In this episode, Bernadette Abraham shares the incredible journey she went on to help her son overcome ADHD using a holistic and functional approach. After years of struggling and a deep dive into understanding the root causes of his condition, Bernadette’s son experienced remarkable improvements, academically and emotionally. From adjusting his diet to incorporating exercise, brain health activities, supplements, and neurofeedback, Bernadette’s approach emphasizes the power of lifestyle changes in managing and potentially reversing ADHD symptoms. Throughout the conversation, she provides actionable advice for parents and individuals struggling with ADHD, exploring how a holistic protocol can make a significant difference in brain health and overall well-being. Tune in to hear about Bernadette’s transformative journey and how she is now helping others through her “B Better” platform.
Key Themes & Takeaways:
- Identifying Root Causes: Bernadette explores the potential environmental and lifestyle factors contributing to her son’s ADHD, including heavy metal toxicity, diet, and a past head injury.
- Holistic Approach to Treatment: The steps taken to improve her son’s brain health included dietary changes (removing gluten, dairy, sugar, and processed foods), supplement protocols, and physical activities like high-intensity exercises.
- Neurofeedback for Brain Health: Bernadette dives into the neurofeedback treatments they used and explains how this technology helped improve her son’s focus and attention.
- ADHD: Reversible or Manageable?: Is ADHD a condition that can be cured or simply managed? Bernadette shares her perspective on the potential to reverse ADHD through lifestyle changes and how it can be maintained over time.
- The “B Better” Platform: Bernadette’s platform, "B Better," helps individuals access holistic health practices and functional medicine to address the root causes of ADHD and other conditions.
Bernadette’s Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bernadette.abraham/
Bernadette’s Book: https://www.amazon.ae/Turning-Point-Books-UNJUNK-processed/dp/9953972222#:~:text=UNJUNK%20helped%20me%20to%20achieve,incorporated%20in%20our%20weekly%20menu.
Bernadette’s Platform, B Better: https://bbettermembership.com/
Alya’s Links:
Follow me on Instagram:@wholesome_practice https://www.instagram.com/wholesome_practice/?hl=en
Visit my website: https://alyaalhamad.com/
Other Links:
ASRS Self Assessment Link: https://psychology-tools.com/test/adult-adhd-self-report-scale
AMEN ADHD Healing Book: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-ADD-Revised-Breakthrough-Program/dp/0425269973
Suggested Timestamps
- 01:58: ADD & ADHD Definitions
- 04:46 The Symptoms of ADHD
- 07:26 The root causes of ADHD
- 09:35 Hormonal changes of ADHD Symptoms
- 12:08 The Benefits of ADHD
- 19:51 Seven Types of Brain Patterns
- 22:05 Recognizing ADHD in Children
- 25:31 Implementing a Mitigation Plan
- 30:28 Holistic Management of ADHD
- 36:33 Exercise for ADHD Management
- 40:12 Caffeine and ADHD
- 44:16 Neurofeedback Sessions
- 47:31 Misdiagnosis of ADHD
- 51:45 Natural Treatment Options for ADHD
- 53:19 Nutrition for ADHD Management
- 57:06 Functional Medicine as a First Step
- 57:43 Assessment and Management of ADHD
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