Joined: 28 Nov 2004 Posts: 102 Location: California
Add/adhd Kids & Food Posted: 03-12-05 22:12pm
I am a teacher with a student who has
add/adhd. He is on meds & is a very
active little boy (age 9).
The problem is that his mother feeds him
mostly sugar & processed foods. Most
of the time his school lunch consists of a
huge bowl of colorful sugary cereal with
milk & then some fake fruity drink
with added sugar & artificial color
& flavors.
I've read that such foods cause or at
least worsen hyperactivity.
Does any one out there know about this?
I've also heard of a Dr. Feingold &
his diets for hyperactive kids. Any info?
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Justin_Toronto
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 28 Jan 2005 Posts: 418 Location: Toronto, ON
Posted: 03-13-05 13:37pm
First, I want to say congratulations on
becoming a teacher. Not always an easy
job and you definately deserve your credit
for becoming a child mentor.
Anyway, you're correct about the link
between add/adhd and diet. Instead of
writing everything out, i'll just give you
a link.. But if you have any questions,
feel free to ask and i'll answer.
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