09/03/2026
The simple answer is anything you fancy, anything is better than nothing!!…….This is important to remember if you struggle with appetite suppression when taking stimulant medications.
However, there are certain food groups which are better for regulating your energy levels & that will further support your cognitive functioning throughout the day.
🍗🌰🥚Protein, protein & more protein!
Protein can help regulate your blood sugars throughout the day, which many people struggle with when taking medications and not eating enough.
It’s also known to help with dopamine production, which will further help with focus and motivation 🤩
Healthy fats 🥑🐟
Like nuts, seeds, avocados, oily fish
These will also help to improve your cognitive functioning
Slow release carbs 🍚
Like oats, sweet potatoes, whole grain rice
These will keep you going for longer & help regulate your energy throughout the day
When your appetite is reduced, it can feel much harder to know what to eat or what you fancy. If you can’t face a full meal, try home made smoothies, soup, protein shakes…..this is better than not eating at all.
Or snacking little & often, which can make it more manageable and not going long periods of time without eating.
I will follow up with “what to avoid when taking ADHD meds” 🧐
