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The term refers to attention-deficit and hyperactivity but there is also a hyper-focus and a mixture of all of these within it to varying levels
This snowball effect can disrupt a cells integrity, causing it to behave abnormally
Sources of depletion can include: Mitochondrial energy production (a normal and essential process, but creates harmful byproducts like ROS) Chronic infections, gut dysbiosis (including SIBO and Candida ), and ongoing inflammation Air pollution, heavy metals, and environmental toxins 17 Ultra-processed foods, sugar-sweetened beverages, and foods high in advanced glycation end products (heavily browned foods) 18 Pesticides and herbicides 19 Alcohol and smoking Psychological stress Even vigorous exercise (a healthy stressor that still creates oxidative byproducts) 20 Understanding this helps explain why simply eating well sometimes isnt enough, and why targeted nutritional strategies make a meaningful difference
This makes it an ideal base layer for any routine