 Image source: Flickr user aigle_dore. Iron Deficiency in Children With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Research, time and again, is finding children with nutrient deficiencies who are diagnosed with ADHD. In this article, children aged 5-15 years old showed improvement from iron supplementation. Interesting tip: other possible symptoms of iron deficiency include restless leg syndrome (in both children and adults), and oddly, a craving for chewing ice.
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4/21/2017 1 Comment Zinc and ADHD Image source: Flickr user addelpic. Zinc sulfate as an adjunct to methylphenidate for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children: A double blind and randomized trial Nutritional deficiencies are common and do have consequences. In this study, children diagnosed with ADHD, had a significant reduction in symptoms from supplementing with zinc. Among its many essential roles, zinc helps with the production of dopamine in the brain, and deficiencies are thought to play a role in ADHD.
4/19/2017 0 Comments What role does diet play in ADHD? Image source: Flickr user tadd_debbie. Restriction and Elimination Diets in ADHD Treatment If you want to understand more about the role of diet in ADHD, take a look at this comprehensive meta-analysis of the research. Food intolerances and food allergies are the most researched in ADHD treatment, in terms of the effect of certain foods and food additives on the functioning of our brains and nervous system.
4/12/2017 0 Comments Dietary changes and ADHD Image source: Flickr user usdagov. Effects of a restricted elimination diet on the |
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