Is It Menopause, ADHD, or Both? The Missing Link Between Nutrition and Feeling Like Yourself Again in Midlife??
Hot Messy MidlifeShow Notes
Why does midlife suddenly make everything feel harder? In this episode of Hot Messy Midlife, I’m joined by Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner and ADHD Life Coach Amy Jones to talk about the often-overlooked overlap between ADHD, menopause, nutrition, sleep, stress, and executive function.
We unpack why brain fog, overwhelm, irritability, low motivation, forgetfulness, and difficulty staying organized can become more noticeable in midlife—and why the answer isn’t always to simply “try harder.” Amy shares practical ways to simplify food, support steadier energy and focus, and create realistic systems for low-capacity days.
If you’ve been wondering, “Is it menopause, ADHD, or both?” this conversation may help connect some important dots.
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