Written by:
Garrett Looney
ADHD, which stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurological condition affecting millions of people worldwide. It can lead to those with the condition having difficulty focusing and paying attention, finding themselves getting distracted easily, and being hyperactive. This can make living with ADHD incredibly challenging, as it can take away from your ability to focus on a specific task or situation when working or studying for example.
There are many different natural ways that we can try to minimise and manage the symptoms that come with ADHD; from changing the way that we eat, exercising and regular supplementation. Here at anatomē, we want to highlight some of the natural ways to improve focus with ADHD by changing your lifestyle.
Supplements
Many of us are lacking the necessary vitamins and minerals that we need for our bodies and minds to function effectively on a day-to-day basis. Studies have shown that supplement deficiencies can actually be more common in people who have ADHD, which can cause problems such as a lack of focus, lower attention spans, and affect their brain function and hyperactivity.
Some of the key vitamins and minerals that people with ADHD can sometimes be deficient in include Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin D, L-Theanine, L-Tyrosine, Melatonin, and Fish Oils. By implementing supplements into your daily routine, you can be sure that you are getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals that you need to be able to focus to the best of your ability and alleviate some of the symptoms that come with ADHD.
Exercise
It’s also been shown that there is a direct connection between leading an active lifestyle and ADHD symptom relief. We all know how good exercise is for us, but most of us do not get enough exercise on a weekly basis and end up sitting down more than we do moving. Research suggests that exercising regularly can help those with ADHD to focus better, improve their memory and their attention span.
Exercise also releases a chemical called Dopamine, which can help with attention and clear thinking. It also helps to release stress, combat anxiety and can help with hyperactivity. You can get involved with any kind of exercise that interests you to help you focus better if you suffer from ADHD, whether that be running, cycling, going to the gym, dancing, or martial arts.
Essential Oils
You can also improve your focus if you suffer from ADHD by incorporating essential oils, which have been used all over the world for thousands of years to alleviate lots of different symptoms. Essential oils are concentrated oils that are made from certain plants, and the oils' high concentration is thought to amplify the plant's effects and provide us with healing properties.
Its shown that the use of certain essential oils can help to reduce anxiety, promote a sense of calm, help with stress, improve sleep, and increase levels of focus. Some of these essential oils include Cedarwood, Lavender, Peppermint, Chamomile, Rosemary, Frankincense, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Melissa, Chamomile, and Ylang Ylang.
Dietary Changes
Dietary changes can also help improve focus if you are suffering from ADHD. Implementing changes into our diet with an emphasis on eating cleaner and healthier foods. Certain dietary changes can really help with ADHD, and improve focus and alertness. It is an easy change that you can make to your lifestyle and can have profound effects on how you feel on a daily basis.
We need to make sure we are getting enough quality nutrients, vitamins and minerals from our diet and that we’re covering all of the major food groups. Ensure to eat a diet that is rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and fibre, and plenty of healthy proteins and fats. It’s best to try to avoid foods that aren’t natural and are processed, as well as foods high in sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Improving Sleep Quality
Our sleep also has a big impact on our focus and concentration levels throughout the day, and when we are lacking sleep this can really affect how we feel and our focus. Many people with ADHD find it harder to get to sleep and to experience deep sleep throughout the night. This can result in symptoms of ADHD becoming worse as you end up sleep deprived, so you might find it even more difficult to get through your day and focus properly.
Helping to improve your sleeping pattern can greatly increase your focus, and help you feel better on a day-to-day basis. To try and improve your sleep, you can implement a nighttime routine which you stick to every day and try to get to bed at the same time.
Other things that can help with falling asleep and staying asleep all night long are meditation, taking a hot bath before bed, not looking at a screen in the hours leading up to your bed including your phone or TV, and sleeping in a cool environment.
Improve your Focus and Concentration with anatomē
We know how difficult it can be to focus, especially in a busy and hectic world with constant distractions, pressure and changes which is where focus aids can help. Focus aids have been carefully formulated by carefully blending botanical ingredients that have been chosen for their positive effect on our sleep, concentration and cognitive performance.
Here at anatomē, we offer a range of focus aids to help you perform better, get less distracted, and stay on task. Our Cognitive Focus Supplement contains a stimulating complex blend of Vitamins B6, B12, Niacin, Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Guarana, and Bacopa Monnieri which support the normal functioning of the nervous system and can help you to focus better.
Our Focus + Concentration Essential Oil can help to increase cognitive performance, increase focus, and alleviate fatigue. Our Cognitive Focus + Memory Support Loose Tea Blend is an energising loose-leaf tea blend that supports focus, concentration and good all-round cognitive function.
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