Written by: Maria Allerton and Toni Chambers ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition. It is frequently diagnosed in children, but more adults are now receiving diagnoses of ADHD. It affects around one in 20 Australians, that’s about a million people, but as ADHD becomes more common, people are looking to nutrition and diet solutions and the root cause rather than medication. You will find that ADHD is more commonly diagnosed in males than females and in childhood when attendance at school highlights difficulties, including physical restlessness, inability to concentrate and short attention span?1 Although I haven’t sought a formal diagnosis of ADHD for myself, over the past few years, I’ve noticed the signs and symptoms emerge daily and have looked back at my childhood. I
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When a client comes in to see my in clinic for Pyrroles Disorder nutrition advice, I often get asked the questions: "What’s the best diet for Pyroluria?", "What should I eat?", "What foods should I avoid?". As always my answer is – it depends. I firmly believe there is no one ‘diet’ that works for everyone which is why I practice highly personalised nutrition. However, below are some general guidelines that I have formulated based on my personal experience, my clinic experience with hundreds of clients with Pyrrole Disorder, and research by experts in relevant areas. The absolute key issue to address for anyone with Pyroluria is gut health. This is paramount and is the biggest cause of oxidative stress I see in my Pyrrole clients. If you are
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Pyrrole Disorder, also known as Pyroluria or Pyrroles, is a metabolic disorder that most commonly manifests as a mental health condition, poor ability to handle stress and immune and metabolic issues. Pyroluria is something I have personal experience with, and I understand its varied digestive, mental and systemic symptoms intimately. And I can tell you with experience and certainty: there is much work, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Pyroluria testing is becoming more accepted in Australia by nutritionists, naturopaths and integrative doctors. Clinically, I find it relevant as it helps identify this important imbalance in zinc, B6 and other mineral deficiencies and copper related issues. Your Pyrrole Disease Score is an indicator of oxidative stress It is very common for me to see a
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Copper is an extremely under-estimated mineral in terms of its impact on our health and having it in proper balance can have dramatic consequences. Treatment of copper excess in children can be quite fast, however in adults there is no quick fix and clearing excess copper to restore optimal health requires diligence, commitment and a firm desire for wellness. I will go as far as to say that this is one of the trickiest imbalances facing our health today, and one with the biggest health benefits once rectified.
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Sydney Clinical Nutritionist -Maria Allerton regularly tests for Pyrolles in clinic in order to use this valuable marker to address her clients' metabolic, gut and mental health. Success with hundreds of clients with Pyroluria with her personalised approach. No 'same compounded formula' for everyone.
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