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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 33 MIN

The Real Reason Weight Loss Is Harder With ADHD

from Is It Me Or ADHD? · host Rose Amaya

Have you ever wondered why losing weight feels harder for you than it seems to for everyone else?What if the problem isn't a lack of willpower, motivation, or discipline?In this episode of Is It Me? Or ADHD?, I'm diving into the fascinating research linking ADHD and obesity, and exploring the neurological, behavioural, and emotional factors that can make weight management so much more challenging for ADHD women.We'll discuss:• Why ADHD is fundamentally a self-regulation condition, not a knowledge problem• The connection between dopamine, cravings, and food-seeking behaviour• How impulsivity, emotional eating, and executive dysfunction impact weight loss• Why so many ADHD women find themselves stuck in the "start-stop-restart" cycle• The hidden role of shame in keeping us stuck• Practical strategies to help you stay consistent and get back on track when life happensMost importantly, this episode will help you understand that your struggles with food and weight are not a reflection of your character.They make sense.And when you understand the real reasons behind them, you can finally start working with your ADHD brain instead of constantly fighting against it.💜 FREE TRAINING: Why ADHD Women Can't Stop EatingIf you constantly find yourself reaching for food when you're stressed, overwhelmed, bored, exhausted, or emotionally drained, I've created a free training specifically for you.Inside, you'll discover the hidden drivers behind emotional eating in ADHD women and learn practical strategies to help you feel more in control around food—without relying on restriction, guilt, or endless willpower.👉 Register for free here: https://withme.so/adhdbodybible/45438If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another ADHD woman who needs to hear that she's not broken.

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