ADHD and weight loss

[Anonymous]

Ugh. Food is definitely my dopamine fix. Believe me I've been trying to find something else for years. I'm finally medicated for the ADHD, which I'm hoping will make the weight loss easier. My eating isn't as bad as it was, still plenty of room for improvement. I need to get moving. I have a rowing machine that I really want to use consistently. I'm not sure how much I'll be able to do starting out (literally just got the thing out of the box), but I don't want to set myself up for failure.

Any tips, tricks, what worked for you (assuming you have ADHD and need to lose 50+lbs), etc. Thanks!

[Anonymous]

This is me. I’m in the process of getting medicated now. My therapist says my self regulation/impulse control issues manifest most with food and time management.

When I am successful, it’s because I meal plan in advance and know exactly what I’m having for each meal/it’s already made - and I incorporate some snacks that will satisfy a sweet tooth.

That said, I can never stick with it long. ADHD kills the novelty.

[Anonymous]

A lot of ADHD meds suppress appetite. Are you on one of those?

[Anonymous]

What meds are you using? ADD meds def do suppress appetite, especially in the beginning. I've been on them for years and I like how it keeps me "regulated" in addition to all these other benefits. It's much easier to follow a regimented eating plan with them. Good luck

[Anonymous]

OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is me. I’m in the process of getting medicated now. My therapist says my self regulation/impulse control issues manifest most with food and time management.

When I am successful, it’s because I meal plan in advance and know exactly what I’m having for each meal/it’s already made - and I incorporate some snacks that will satisfy a sweet tooth.

That said, I can never stick with it long. ADHD kills the novelty.

Describes my life to a T. Also my issue with controlling my food intake.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

I’m not hyperactive either but I am on a stimulant for my ADHD. I also need to lose a lot of weight. Unless you have heart concerns, high blood, pressure etc that precludes you from taking one, you should switch.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

I’m not hyperactive either but I am on a stimulant for my ADHD. I also need to lose a lot of weight. Unless you have heart concerns, high blood, pressure etc that precludes you from taking one, you should switch.

Can I ask which one you take?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

I’m not hyperactive either but I am on a stimulant for my ADHD. I also need to lose a lot of weight. Unless you have heart concerns, high blood, pressure etc that precludes you from taking one, you should switch.

Can I ask which one you take?

I take dextroamphetamine, but my psychiatrist wants me to switch to Vyvanse because it helps with attention and binge eating. Dextroamphetamine limits my appetite and helps with some binge eating, but Vyvanse is the standard treatment. My child also has ADHD, so we both have tried different stimulants. It is very common for a person to need to trial and error different stimulants to see which one will work best for you. We both tried multiple drugs to see which one was right. So don’t be discouraged if the first one makes you too anxious or whatever other side effect. The good thing about stimulants is (that unlike SSRIS) you know right away. You try it for a day or however long your psychiatrist says and then you move on.

[Anonymous]

Semaglutide is a miracle drug. Worth every penny.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

I’m not hyperactive either but I am on a stimulant for my ADHD. I also need to lose a lot of weight. Unless you have heart concerns, high blood, pressure etc that precludes you from taking one, you should switch.

Can I ask which one you take?

I take dextroamphetamine, but my psychiatrist wants me to switch to Vyvanse because it helps with attention and binge eating. Dextroamphetamine limits my appetite and helps with some binge eating, but Vyvanse is the standard treatment. My child also has ADHD, so we both have tried different stimulants. It is very common for a person to need to trial and error different stimulants to see which one will work best for you. We both tried multiple drugs to see which one was right. So don’t be discouraged if the first one makes you too anxious or whatever other side effect. The good thing about stimulants is (that unlike SSRIS) you know right away. You try it for a day or however long your psychiatrist says and then you move on.

Thank you for this. I had tried my first one recently and it gave me terrible headaches but I'd like to try something else as my ADHD has gotten worse with age.

[Anonymous]

I'm on Adderall and Mounjaro. 33 pounds down so far in 3 months. I'll confess that I haven't started exercising...yet.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Semaglutide is a miracle drug. Worth every penny.

Agreed. I have severe inattentive ADHD, and the only thing that has helped me is semaglutide. It has helped me stick to a diet plan for almost a year, an exercise plan for 6 months, and it has also helped me cut back on alcohol significantly. I’ve never been able to do these things on my own. I just can’t stick to something long enough to get results.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP Here - I don't have the hyperactive part of ADHD, so I'm not on a stimulant (which typically provides the appetite suppressant). I'm on Strattera, which is great for my ADHD symptoms, but not quite as good on my appetite lol.

Yes I'm trying to meal plan more.

I’m not hyperactive either but I am on a stimulant for my ADHD. I also need to lose a lot of weight. Unless you have heart concerns, high blood, pressure etc that precludes you from taking one, you should switch.

Same - my DX is inattentive and I take Focalin. Suppresses appetite and keeps me more mindful when I am hungry.

[Anonymous]

I have mixed type ADHD and take Strattera with a low dose of adderall added in the afternoon. It works really well for me because it checks the hyper, impulsive and the inattentive symptoms.