Heal Your Brain, Focus, Memory, Overcome ADHD, and More| The Dr. Axe Show Podcast Episode 64
There’s no shame in taking ADHD medication. But not everyone wants to go this route due to potential side effects, risk of dependence, or simply a matter of personal preference.
If you’d rather opt for a natural option and forgoing medication is in your best interest, you may want to consider exploring different home treatments for ADHD.
“Home remedies are useful because they can be implemented with relative ease, and they can also be applied whenever needed,” adds Alex Dimitriu, MD, who’s double board certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and is founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine in Menlo Park, California.
Depending on the severity of your symptoms and which natural remedy you try, you could experience minimal side effects and notable relief. Home remedies for ADHD can also serve as a complement to or substitute for medication.
Depending on which natural supplement you take, studies suggest that they can offer several benefits for folks with ADHD, such as:
- improving brain function
- increasing attention span
- enhancing focus
- regulating emotions
- improving sleep quality
- improving memory
Some of the best supplements for ADHD management include:
- zinc
- iron
- magnesium
- fish oil or omega-3 fatty acids
- L-theanine
- L-tyrosine
Research on supplements and ADHD specifically is often limited, and results may be mixed. Also, a supplement that may work for one person may not work for somebody else.
Because some supplements can interfere with medications and risk side effects, it’s essential to speak with your treatment team if you’re interested in trying a supplement for ADHD symptom relief.
https://psychcentral.com/adhd/home-remedies-for-adhd#types-of-home-remedies