💊🧠 Supporting ADHD the Holistic Way – A Message from Your Pharmacist

If you or someone you love has ADHD, you may already know that managing it goes far beyond just taking the medication. At mydispensary, we believe in treating the whole person — not just the diagnosis.

I’m Timea, your pharmacist. And I want you to know: you’re not alone on this journey.

🌿 What Is a Holistic Approach?

A holistic pharmacist looks beyond just filling a prescription. We consider how medication fits into your everyday life, and how nutrition, sleep, stress, supplements, habits, and support all play a role in your brain health.

Many people with ADHD struggle with things that aren’t always mentioned in appointments — like:

• Forgetting to eat or take their meds
• Crashing from sugar or energy drinks
• Feeling overwhelmed by food decisions
• Trouble with routines, sleep, or mood
• Not knowing which vitamins or supplements are helpful

🧭 What You’ll Find Here

When you choose a holistic approach at mydispensary, you’ll get:

✅ Simple, real-life food tips (we’re not about unrealistic plans)
✅ Easy-to-follow supplement guidance — only when it’s safe and makes sense
✅ Bite-sized lifestyle advice that meets you where you’re at
✅ Optional support for your family member or caregiver
✅ Encouragement, not judgement
✅ A pharmacist who listens and adapts to you

🛍️ If You Get Your ADHD Medication by Post or delivered to your door:

We include tailored info with your parcel — not a generic printout, but something based on your needs and lifestyle. For example:

• What to eat to avoid sugar crashes
• Quick, protein-rich snack ideas
• What to do if you miss a dose
• How to make your meds part of your daily flow
• Whether to consider Omega-3 or magnesium (and when not to)

You don’t have to remember everything. We’ll nudge you gently over time.

Real-Life Example: Meet Alex

Alex is in his late 20s and was recently diagnosed with ADHD. He started medication and noticed a bit of improvement, but he still:

• Forgets to take his meds a few times a week
• Grabs energy drinks and skips meals, then crashes mid-afternoon
• Feels overwhelmed by planning meals and eats whatever’s easiest
• Isn’t sure if supplements would help, or just be more pills to forget

What we suggested:

• Switching to a once-daily medication, if appropriate
• Setting a reminder on his phone linked to breakfast
• Blister packing his meds and supplements together so he doesn’t need to remember which bottle is which — and delivered straight to him
• Giving him an easy shopping list of 10 ADHD-friendly foods like eggs, Greek yoghurt, sourdough bread, avocados, cheese, hummus, and frozen veg
• Adding a few easy-to-assemble meals to make when his energy is high — like a one-pan mince mix or loaded toast with healthy toppings
• Suggesting a 1-minute grounding practice: each morning or before a task, Alex pauses and names: 

1 thing he can hear,

1 thing he can see,

1 thing he’s grateful for.

Alex doesn’t need to be perfect. He just needs support that fits his brain and life.

🤝 Let’s Make This Easy

You’re already doing something great by seeking support. If you’d like, you can tell us:

• Are you new to medication or already stable?
• Are you taking supplements?
• Do you want food or nutrition advice?
• Are you managing the meds yourself or helping someone else?

Knowing a little more helps us support you in a way that actually works for your brain.

This is not about perfect. This is about better.

Better routines, better focus, better support — one step at a time.

📬 Have questions or want to know what we’d recommend for your situation? Just ask.
We’re here for the long game, not just the script.

Warmly,
Timea Venter (About)
Holistic Pharmacist – Mydispensary