Today is Thursday, the day I do my meal planning for the coming week. I typically grocery shop on Fridays, so I like to have my list together beforehand. My mom (who had ADD) really tried to put together a plan and a list for her shopping but it rarely worked for her. Since I [...]
You know sometimes I write about meal preparation and the importance of a good balanced diet. Those things may not seem to be related to ADHD but they really are. A good diet is essential for maintaining your body and brain health. A healthier brain functions better and if you’re making sure to include lean [...]
Did you know that meal planning and grocery shopping are more difficult for ADD Moms because we have ADHD? It makes sense when you think about it. In order to keep our family fed, we have to plan meals, add ingredients we need to a list (plus anything else we need), buy the groceries (getting [...]
When I was a kid, my mom would start thinking about dinner right after lunch. She would figure out what she was going to make and then inevitably have to run to the grocery store for one or more items that she needed. This happened every day. When I got old enough to drive, it [...]
Today I am starting a new feature here at ADD Moms called Pantry Meals. All moms, ADD or not, have days when things get out of control and they find themselves searching for something for dinner with not much in the house. Each Friday I will provide a recipe for a quick and easy pantry [...]