It is a matter of concern for parents and medical professionals alike that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become increasingly prevalent among children. The most recent report by the CDC based on parent interviews shows that about 4.4 million children in the United States have been diagnosed with ADHD. From the children who were diagnosed by a physician, about […]
Rethinking Physical Activity for ADHD
Even now, there’s not much known about the chain of events that results in the symptoms indicative of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Excessive impulsivity, chronic inattention and inability to remain still are the trademark symptoms first noticed by parents and teachers. Thankfully, more and more research now suggests that it might be related to a deficiency in the production […]
Effects of Food Dyes in ADHD Patients
There is an alarming trend among pediatric patients that has recently made front page news. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention surveyed 73,000 children and concluded that one in every 10 has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This is an upsetting 22% increase since 2003. Although there is still quite a bit of controversy regarding the causes and […]
Is The Food Supply Contributing to the ADHD Epidemic?
It seems to be quite obvious that the old adage “You Are What You Eat” has become more and more true in recent decades. We are all more or less familiar with the concept of foods that are good for us and also with the idea that certain other foods can be detrimental to our health. What most of us […]