RFK Jr. Says He Has ADHD

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Source: MedPage Today

Original: https://www.medpagetoday.com/washington-watch/washington-watch/120126...

Published: Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:48:00 -0500

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Joe Rogan's podcast no. 2461 that he has ADHD.[1][2] He said he has 11 siblings and seven children, but still manages to work and focus regardless of the circumstances.[1][2] He discussed the gut-brain connection, where he says ADHD is related to food dyes, which is well documented.[1] He mentioned a study by Chris Palmer from Harvard, which significantly reduces the symptoms of schizophrenia by changing the diet to a ketogenic diet.[1] He also talked about a large paper showing that children will lose their diagnosis of bipolar disorder by changing their diet.[1] The podcast aired on February 27, 2026 and lasts 2 hours 32 minutes.[4]