ADHD affects both children and adults, yet many people feel they’re still not getting the full picture, especially when it comes to root causes and long-term brain health.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Ali Ajaz, a UK-based psychiatrist with specialist interests in Nutritional Psychiatry, Gut–Brain Health, and Functional Medicine. A graduate of Guy's, King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, Dr Ajaz has over a decade of NHS experience in forensic psychiatry, alongside a strong academic background in research and medical education.

We discuss:

• The importance of assessing nutrients such as ferritin, iron, B vitamins, magnesium, and zinc
• How gut health, inflammation, sleep, and lifestyle factors can worsen or improve ADHD symptoms
• Why some patients experience profound improvements when nutrition and lifestyle are addressed alongside conventional care

This conversation is for anyone living with ADHD, parenting a child with ADHD, or wanting to understand how brain health, nutrition, and lifestyle truly intersect.

Disclaimer: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast.

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