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 Nutritious Minds Trust Charity is super excited to announce that we have been short-listed for a National Diversity Award under the categories "Community" and "Age". We are absolutely thrilled, and we are crossing everything that we will make it to the next steps! In the meantime, we would like to thank everyone who nominated and voted for us.
We wanted to share a sample of your testimonials and the reasons you chose us, and reading them definitely made us tear up! We are so humbled and grateful. Nutritious Minds do so much to help the community and really deserved this award and some recognition. They have literally help change people's lives and work so hard! They deserve this award! They have changed my life, I’ve been going to events since 2017 and have found a community of likeminded individuals who also struggle with ADHD. Through nutritious minds, I’ve found my people, friends and those I now consider family. I owe Nutritious minds a lot, their events really shape people This is an amazing grass roots charity, built by a mother Dr Rachel Gow with first-hand experience, who has worked tirelessly to bring her deep desire and passion to help other families and their children, and also raise the profile of ADHD and the Neuro diverse community, in a beautiful and holistic way. Dr Rachel Gow has touched many lives for the better and many more to come. She truly deserves this award The tireless work Rachel and Nutritious Minds do is priceless. They are a lifeline for so many families and their commitment to inclusion and accessibility sets a power example to us all. They truly deserve recognition for the difference they make every day Nutritious Minds Trust Charity provides compassionate, evidence-based support for neurodivergent children, adults, and families who are often overlooked. Through free support groups, education, advocacy, and early intervention programmes like BEAANS, the charity is helping to change lives, improve mental wellbeing, and create brighter futures for vulnerable young people and their families I am honoured to nominate Nutritious Minds Trust Charity for the Community Organisation Award for Disability in recognition of the incredible work they do in supporting individuals and families within the disability community. Nutritious Minds Trust Charity provides compassionate, inclusive, and meaningful support to children, young people, and families who often face significant emotional, educational, social, and practical challenges. Their work goes far beyond basic support services — they create a genuine sense of community, empowerment, understanding, and belonging for those who may otherwise feel isolated. The organisation consistently demonstrates dedication, professionalism, empathy, and commitment to improving the wellbeing and quality of life of the individuals they support. Their team works tirelessly to advocate for accessibility, inclusion, mental wellbeing, and equal opportunities, while always approaching families with warmth, respect, and care. What makes Nutritious Minds Trust Charity particularly deserving of this award is the lasting positive impact they have within the community. Through their initiatives, support networks, and ongoing commitment, they continue to make a real and meaningful difference in the lives of many individuals living with disabilities and their families. They are a truly valuable organisation within the community and highly deserving of recognition for their outstanding contribution and continued dedication Absolutely incredible charity who have the best programs and activities which have the ability to educate in a modern unique way appealing to all generations I am voting for Nutritious Minds Trust because of their inspiring work supporting people with invisible mental health conditions. Their dedication to inclusion, awareness, and empowerment truly makes a positive difference in many lives I’m voting for a number of reasons - personally my son is ND and I’ve found that Nutritious Minds have bee incredibly supportive. Their advice and guidance of second to none, and you can tell they care deeply. Secondly as a practitioner myself, I know just how excellent their knowledge is. Evidence based, safe and effective. They help those in great need and change lives. Thank you Nutritious Mind is passionate about helping neurodiverse people. They supported myself and my autistic partner in attending their wellness festival where we learnt a lot about nutrition which has hugely helped us. Dr. Rachel has given us time and support. This charity is wonderful! This charity supports the lost and forgotten children of our society the ones that have no voice and the parents and caregivers who are frustrated And feel alone Nutritious Minds are like the little girl on the beach trying to save one star fish at a time A charity that definitely makes a difference and supports communities with very little funding Rachel the founder and ethos behind the charity is fantastic and a wonderful set of causes that greatly need support Rachel has changed my life in so many ways she is amazing women who will go above and beyond to help people!! She helped me see so much Nutritious minds is a wonderful charity that has done so much to help the community and myself personally. Rachel is a wonderful human being she goes above and beyond for people regardless of whether they can afford it or not. I cannot recommend this charity enough Fantastic charity hugely supportive to many families and they do incredible work, appreciate the support Rachel have given to us I have watched this organisation take baby steps into now bring a great footprint and advocates for children and Adults, identifying how food plays a vital role in various neurological disorders. It has helped myself and friends who have been recommended tremendously. I think for their graft and what they have stood up against to make this work in the community and their expansion, should be recognised This charity is very important to me and my daughter. It has supported us through so much This is long overdue...we have been failing adults and especially children for years....it is time to act, to regenerate society now that our eyes have been opened to the fact that one size does not fit all Nutritious Minds Trust highlights the struggle of many to manage their neurodiversity. It’s an incredible source of accurate factual information which gives hope and guidance to those of us struggling either ourselves or with a family member. Thank you Nutritious Minds Trust Charity is just amazing and supportive. They really deserve our votes to keep helping ADHD/ASD individuals in their lives easier Outstanding efforts, its charities like these that go under the radar, but have a positive effect on our young ones. As someone who coaches lots of children and has a complete mix of behaviours, I fully support Nutritious Minds This is a vital charity providing 360 degree support to those with and carers of those with neurodivergence. Having attended events with no experience I have completely shifted my understanding and appreciate the gift of the brilliance of neurodiversity. Dr Rachel Gow’s research into nutrients to support brain and mental health is outstanding and the charity is grounded in evidence based research and personal experience. Her work ethic, her support for those trapped in the prison system not understood and her desire to break patterns of behaviour with education starting from first principles is exemplary in every way. She’s building the foundation for real understanding and growth and will change the course and outcome of countless lives. Exciting, inspirational and the future of medicine to come: nutrition, environment and educational support so that individuals have all the tools to help themselves to live full and promising lives My partner and children all have ADHD, and the support provided by Nutritious Minds has been excellent. I rarely miss an event, and every time I leave feeling supported, better informed, and equipped with new techniques and strategies to help my family This is a much needed and fantastic charity run by professionals and specialists and is helping to change the outcome for so many families and individuals I’m voting because of the exceptional dedication Rachel has put in to develop a much needed service for many families Truly cares for the well being of our next generation and has an abundance of real facts!!! They have supported so many people affected with all kinds of neurodivergent profiles and are a real source of help and practical information and advice. Attending their events I have learnt a lot about all kinds of issues that could relate to either myself or my wider community The work this charity does for ADHD and mental health is invaluable to improving the lives of children and adults in a world that feels not designed for them. The community aspect of this is so needed for us all, to help create better systems in which us ADHDers can thrive Dr Gow and NMT charity is most deserving of this award for the time, energy, effort and support they put in to changing children's and families lives through the work they do I am proud to nominate Nutritious Minds Trust Charity for this award. Since 2017, the charity has provided vital support for children, young people, adults and families affected by ADHD, autism, dyslexia and related conditions. Through free support groups, community events, school and prison outreach. Nutritious Minds Trust Charity has helped lots of young people with a range of struggles from housing, emotional and educational support. Its work helps people feel understood, supported and empowered, as well as a sense of Balanced diet it’s vital for children with neurodivergent traits. Helping families understand this, would make a real impact in tackling health inequalities This charity has changed my life and made me feel part of a community for the first time. What they are doing is incredible and they have been so pivotal in my understanding of my own neurodiversity I fully support the work of Nutritious Minds Trust Charity for its compassionate, evidence-based support of neurodivergent individuals and families, creating meaningful opportunities for wellbeing and inclusion The work they do is tremendous and unique and they thoroughly deserve recognition for all the people they have helped who side suffer from neurodivergent conditions. MC CREED Such a valuable resource providing support and guidance for parents who are faced with increasing challenges to help support their neurodiverse children Nutritious Minds fills a gap in the delivery of healthcare to a vulnerable population and does it with love and compassion. Dr. Rachel Gow is a leader and pioneer, and the mother of a neurodivergent son herself. We are all better for Rachel’s work Absolutely fantastic charity approaching ADHD from a holistic perspective, providing a deeper understanding of the diversity and promoting this knowledge to as wide an audience as possible I am voting for them because of their impactful work in improving mental wellbeing through nutrition, education and support. Dr Gow’s commitment to helping those with neurodiversity is immeasurable, as demonstrated by her decades of research and work in this field. for the support of neurodivergent children and families This is an underfunded small charity doing incredible work on a shoestring. The exposure of the award will help the charity help many neurodivergent people in need I’m voting for them as they have done so much work with families and adults with neurodivergent profiles and I think they need to be recognised for everything they have done. I’d like to support them in this way as little as it may be :) Nutritious Minds Trust Charity has been doing a fantastic job in helping and supporting people with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions. Dr Rachel Gow is an inspiration to us all for all the effort and work she puts into this much needed charity As a neurodivergent individual this charity means a lot to me and the work they do for people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodivergence Dr Rachel Gow has worked tirelessly to launch and grow Nutritious Minds providing much needed support to families failed by the system and in desperate need I reached out to nutritious minds to help my son who had difficulties. Through Rachel’s help we established that he suffered from ADHD, which completely changed his life. We as parents could now understand our child and also he could understand himself, since then he has completely changed, takes care of of his diets list incredibly weight and now a very confident and positive young man. Amazing! This monthly group has been so valuable to me! Being surrounded by like minded people going through the same thing I truly have had endless helpful advice for my child going through ADHD diagnosis The need for support for neurodivergent families is needed now more than ever, and this charity is doing amazing work at providing support, tangible strategies and programmes for young people and assistance with pursuing diagnostics. Having people who ‘get it’ doing this is so important - people like nutritious minds who have lived experience and a professional, neuroaffirming approach The trust make a huge difference and deserve this award they put so much work and effort into making this trust work and make a difference in people's lives Wonderful charity that needs to continue to grow. It’s so important to support our neurodivergent children. I especially like that Nutritious Minds does that with an emphasis on breaking playground to prison pipeline I've followed Nutritious Minds for a number of years now and have always admired Rachel's knowledge, experience and dedication to driving awareness of ADHD and dyslexia in young people - driven by her own hugely inspiring story Nutritious minds do such wonderful work & deserve my vote I’m voting for Nutritious Minds Trust Charity because they provide life-changing support for neurodivergent children, adults, and families through compassion, education, and evidence-based care. They create safe spaces where people feel understood and supported, while also tackling bigger issues like school exclusion, mental health, and social isolation. Their work is practical, inclusive, and community-led, and programmes like BEAANS show their commitment to giving vulnerable young people positive opportunities and brighter futures. They truly make a difference where support is needed most Having been to multiple Nutritious Minds events, I have always been impressed by the level of attention, care and inclusivity that goes into them. There is a wonderful energy about the charity that clearly affects those who attend the events and I’ve seen people on multiple occasions who have clearly found a sense of community and understanding that they’ve been missing It’s a brilliant charity why else? Nutrition plays a fundamental, often overlooked role in supporting the neurodivergent brain and body. True understanding, and extending compassionate support, is not something that many practitioners and agencies are able to provide. I am in awe of the work that Nutritious Minds does, and look forward to seeing them grow further and go from strength to strength. Keep up the good work, you're much appreciated! They are a research-based brilliant organisation that helps people to understand themselves and also to better the way they live Dr Rachel Gow works tirelessly to advocate for neurodivergent young people who are likely to be overlooked. As an adult with a late ADHD diagnosis, I'm so glad children today have access to the support that I didn't Nutritious Minds Trust Charity provides life-changing support for neurodiverse children, adults, and families through free ADHD and neurodiversity support groups, wellbeing events, educational and psychological support, and creative community projects. Their dedication to inclusion, accessibility, and supporting low-income families makes a real difference in the disability community Nutritious Minds is a pioneering organisation led by Dr Rachel Gow. She has been fighting the narrative that ADHD is an identity. Her work and the work that she has inspired make it very clear. Nutrition is a major contributor and modifier of ADHD Engaging young people early on, they are less likely to offend or make poor life choices They do amazing work..long may it continue
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BEAANS (Beats, Exercise, Art, ADHD, Nutrition Study) is a pioneering early-intervention programme developed by the Nutritious Minds Trust Charity in collaboration with Dr Abbe Brady at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. Curated by Dr Rachel Gow, following years of frontline experience working within the neurodivergent space, BEAANS has been shaped by a deeply concerning and increasingly visible reality: too many bright, creative children are being educationally failed, excluded from school, or becoming disengaged from learning altogether.
For some, this trajectory progresses into the youth offending and criminal justice system, often fuelled by self-medicating with substances and alcohol — a pathway often described as the “playground-to-prison pipeline,” and one that is, in many cases, entirely preventable. BEAANS has been designed to intervene early. This pilot programme, launching in August 2026, supports children aged 10–14 through a one-week immersive experience, followed by a structured three-month mentoring and follow-up phase. The model integrates nutrition, physical activity, and creative expression — recognising the strong links between neurodivergence and creativity, particularly in ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. Children will engage in specialist creative electives, including music production, where they will learn to DJ, mix, write lyrics, perform, and develop skills in MCing; art as therapeutic self-expression; and film-making, culminating in the co-creation of both an original music track and a documentary capturing the BEAANS journey and its wider social impact. Alongside this, children receive two nutritionally designed meals per day, targeted supplementation, and structured daily movement — from paddle and athletics to yoga and nature-based activities — all designed to support brain health, emotional regulation, and confidence. Each child is further supported through ongoing mentoring and nutritional provision until the end of November, providing continuity, stability, and meaningful behavioural change beyond the initial intervention. Importantly, BEAANS is a research-led model. Outcomes will be evaluated and published in a peer-reviewed journal, creating a scalable, evidence-based framework that can be rolled out across communities to reduce risk and improve life trajectories for neurodivergent children. If you or your child has been impacted by ADHD, dyslexia or another neurodivergent condition, and you are passionate about creating meaningful change at a preventative, grassroots, community level, please get in touch. We really need your support, and would love to hear from you.   Following the sell-out success of NeuroBloom 2025, we are delighted to return with our annual one-day conference in support of ADHD Awareness Month.
NeuroBloom 2026 will take place on Friday 9th October at the iconic Dockside Vaults, located within the picturesque St Katharine Docks in central London. This unique underground venue will host a powerful day of expert-led talks, lived experience, and meaningful conversations focused on ADHD and neurodivergent minds. Bringing together clinicians, researchers, educators, and individuals with lived experience, NeuroBloom explores the intersection of neuroscience, nutrition, education, brain health, and wellbeing, offering practical, evidence-based insights alongside real-world perspectives . We have curated a phenomenal line-up of expert speakers, alongside opportunities for connection, reflection, and community. Attendees will also have access to a curated selection of marketing and retail stands from innovative brands within the neurodivergent and wellbeing space. Early bird tickets are now available: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/neurobloom-nurturing-adhd-neurodivergent-minds-research-to-real-world-tickets-1458482754179 If you are interested in hosting a marketing stand for your start-up or ADHD/neurodivergent-focused business, please get in touch to secure your place.
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  You are invited to attend or exhibit at our next event — NeuroBloom 2025, a one-day conference in honour of ADHD Awareness Month, taking place on Friday, October 31, 2025, at The Exchange, Twickenham.
The conference has five themes: 1. Fuelling Minds: Current research highlights brain health, nutritional psychiatry, neuroscience, epigenetics, and the gut-brain axis 2. Living Neurodivergently: Women's health and hormone balance, supporting neurodivergent families, lived experiences 3. Learning Differently: Inclusive education from primary school to university, teaching strategies, SEND (referrals, waiting lists, and diagnoses) 4. Wellness & Regulation: Exercise/movement, breathwork, sound healing, yoga, acupuncture, and emotional release 5. Reforming Systems & Current Challenges: Education inequality, advocacy for inclusivity and new models, home-schooling, playground-to-prison-pipeline, strategies to address the growing NEETS This is a 1-day immersive and inclusive summit where lived experience meets science, education, wellness, and community. Our expert speakers will be sharing cutting-edge research connecting with real-world stories. This is a space for learning, sharing, and action — from brain health to inclusion, epigenetics to education, wellness to advocacy. Expect:
Do not delay, you do not want to miss this event! Tickets are selling fast: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/neurobloom-nurturing-adhd-neurodivergent-minds-research-to-real-world-tickets-1458482754179  Join us in Guildford on Sunday 27th April, for the ultimate indoor family dance party suitable for all ages from 0 years old and upwards. Tickets are almost sold out so get yours today!
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