ADHD & Type 2 Diabetes: A Surprising, Stark Health Link
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"Healthy eating suffers when ADHD impulsivity, poor executive function, and dopamine-seeking behaviors drive poor food choices, making Type 2 diabetes a real risk. Here’s how to stay healthy and reduce your chances of developing this life-threatening condition."
"Eating disorders, which are four times more common among people with ADHD, can be a precursor to Type 2 diabetes. “I see a lot of patients with prediabetic conditions,” says Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., a psychologist who specializes in ADHD and eating disorders. “Some see me because of weight issues or binge eating disorders. ADHD patients have a higher risk of obesity, due to a tendency to eat more—even foods they don’t like—and impulsivity.”
By Linda Roggli, PCC