ADHD is a fast-growing childhood disorder involving inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsion or a combination thereof. Ten times more boys than girls are diagnosed with ADHD. Although primarily thought of as a childhood behavioural disorder, it can also be found in adults. This condition affects school/work performance and interpersonal relationships. Parents and family members of children with ADHD often become exhausted and frustrated.
Possible signs and symptoms
- Failing to give close attention to details, difficulties with solving problems or managing time;
- Extreme distractibility and does not seem to listen when spoken to directly;
- Difficulty organizing tasks and activities;
- Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks and in play.
Possible causes
Many cases are linked to a diet high in refined sugars and artificial food additives, however, other factors linked to ADHD include heredity, anxiety/stress, allergies, being born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy, oxygen deprivation at birth, pollution, lead poisoning or prenatal trauma.
Applied Nutrition
Ensure reduction in refined sugars and processed foods. Increase fruit and vegetable intake. Bring the patient outdoors to open areas where they can use the additional energy properly. Consider using a long summer holiday to totally remove this condition.
| Supplement | Benefit | Suggested Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Basic building block and necessary party of living cells in the body. | 1 scoop, 2x daily |
| Calcium + magnesium | Calms the nerves. | 2 tabs, 3x daily |
| Multivitamin + minerals + phytonutrients | Provides general nutritional supplementation. Many ADHD cases are zinc-deficient. | As indicated on packaging |
| B Complex | Important for proper brain function and digestion. Also enhances adrenal gland function and regulates neurotransmitters. An anti-stress vitamin. | 2 tabs, 3x daily |
| Vitamin C + bioflavonoids | An anti-stress vitamin. | 2 tabs, 3x daily |
| Ginkgo biloba + ginseng | Assists brain function and concentration. Builds memory. | 2 tabs, 2x daily |