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Hyperactive behavior and Attention Deficit Disorder have been serious problems
for children since the fifties. Hyperactivity seems to be the expression
of either hypoglycemia or food allergies or both. Dr Feingold's book suggests
the connection between food allergies and food additives are a direct cause
of ADD.
Others feel that ADD is neurological problem where the brain waves produce
too many slow brain waves (theta) and not enough fast brain waves (beta).
For this theory there are two alternative therapies for ADD: biofeedback,
where people can learn to control their brain waves, and vision therapy.
Vision therapy can help the child's brain learn and mature neurologically.
A combination of the right lenses and visual "games" to help the
child focus, track, and coordinate his vision may reduce or eliminate the
need for drug therapy.
The success Dr Feingold has achieved with removing certain foods and food
additives is worth consideration. Read food labels carefully. Avoid all
food products with preservatives, (BHT, MSG, BHA, etc.) additives and colors.
Eliminate red meats (nitrates) and canned or frozen foods (too much salt).
Reduce carbonated drinks (Excess phosphorus) and sugar.
Use applied kinesiology to determine allergens, or test foods like milk,
wheat, corn, chocolate, and citrus with an elimination diet. Avoid refined
sugar (almost always involved in ADD reactions.)
In addition hypoglycemia has also proved a worthy theory which is easily
checked out. Remove the child from foods containing sugar. Natural sugar
such as fruits are not as critical, but no fruit juices. Small meals containing
some type of protein are also helpful. The ongoing diet could be high in
vegetable proteins and whole grains, with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables,
and no junk or fast foods.
Specific Supplements For ADD:
Hylands Calms Forte is helpful in relaxing and insomnia problems.
Nature's Way RESTLESS CHILD
Natures Plus ADD is a chewable source of DMAE.
This nutrient fuels production of acetylcholine. Proponents say supplements
boost mood and concentration.
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