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<blockquote data-quote="P-nut2004" data-source="post: 426435" data-attributes="member: 11740"><p>I actually came to the Healthful Living board to post a similar thread......I have been doing a lot of reading on this topic and found some interesting info. Previously I had assumed that we needed to monitor/decrease Ls sugar intake and keep her away from caffeine (which we never allowed anyway) due the hyperactivity. What I found in my research was that sugar, caffeine, saturated fats & yes even the dyes and preservatives, can inhibit the same mental processes these kids already struggle with. So we are working to cut back even more on sugar and fats although we already eat fairly healthy. </p><p></p><p>I also found a list of the vitamins & nutrients that can actually help with ADHD & other mental disorders: Omega 3s are a big one, as are B vitamins (which ones depend on the issue at hand), LOTS of protein helps the synapse firing process work better, calcium, magnesium, zinc & iron are also important. We already had L on a good daily vitamin but I have added the other supplements &, because she doesn't ever eat a whole meal, we have also purchased protein shakes for her. She loves them by the way.</p><p></p><p>We are blessed in that all 3 kids will eat almost any vegetable or fruit, even fresh, and they are used to sugar free drinks and 'lite' foods already. L will definitely have a hard time giving up her usual sweet cereals and jelly on her waffles (which I'm sure I can find sugar free) & she will no longer get the occasional candy at the store either, which will be hard for her to understand. </p><p></p><p>I have believed the theory that the dyes, preservatives & additives in processed food are partially responsible for these disorders for quite a while. It definitely helps to explain the increase in ADHD, & other mood disorders, in children that has happened in the last few decades. Also I know how much better I feel when I go 'hard core' with a diet and eat all fresh foods & drink just water, so something is being flushed out of my system that was not good for me. Unfortunately, as with most things, money is an issue here. Right now we rely on food stamps (and I'm taking up couponing just to make those last) and whole foods are more expensive for the most part. I do buy all my produce fresh, sometimes frozen, but never canned. I also by organic meats when I can find them, and I do read labels when I'm shopping (which is crazy difficult with L & her sisters in tow). But, sadly, when it comes to breakfasts and lunches we are still lacking. My girls have a waffle addiction (thinking of trying whole grain) & I dont have the time to make things like that (or eggs & bacon etc) every morning. They eat school lunches because they're free (some of the stuff they serve is horrible by the way) and when it comes to snack time all they want is sweets. My goal is to make sure none of these 'bad' things are available to them at home, but husband is bucking this a bit as he doesn't feel he should have to let go of the foods he likes. FWIW he is just an overgrown difficult child with (un-diagnosis'd) ADHD, mood swings & what I refer to as CRS (cant remember S***) so the whole diet change would probably help him too and make my life easier LoL. I'm pretty sure K & C both have mild ADD or ADHD too so this could be revolutionary in my house!</p><p></p><p>Malika: I checked out the braingym links & thank you! I've never heard of it but going to try it <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>I am also considering trying an elimination diet for L but I don't know where to start so anyone with any experience there please feel free to comment <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="P-nut2004, post: 426435, member: 11740"] I actually came to the Healthful Living board to post a similar thread......I have been doing a lot of reading on this topic and found some interesting info. Previously I had assumed that we needed to monitor/decrease Ls sugar intake and keep her away from caffeine (which we never allowed anyway) due the hyperactivity. What I found in my research was that sugar, caffeine, saturated fats & yes even the dyes and preservatives, can inhibit the same mental processes these kids already struggle with. So we are working to cut back even more on sugar and fats although we already eat fairly healthy. I also found a list of the vitamins & nutrients that can actually help with ADHD & other mental disorders: Omega 3s are a big one, as are B vitamins (which ones depend on the issue at hand), LOTS of protein helps the synapse firing process work better, calcium, magnesium, zinc & iron are also important. We already had L on a good daily vitamin but I have added the other supplements &, because she doesn't ever eat a whole meal, we have also purchased protein shakes for her. She loves them by the way. We are blessed in that all 3 kids will eat almost any vegetable or fruit, even fresh, and they are used to sugar free drinks and 'lite' foods already. L will definitely have a hard time giving up her usual sweet cereals and jelly on her waffles (which I'm sure I can find sugar free) & she will no longer get the occasional candy at the store either, which will be hard for her to understand. I have believed the theory that the dyes, preservatives & additives in processed food are partially responsible for these disorders for quite a while. It definitely helps to explain the increase in ADHD, & other mood disorders, in children that has happened in the last few decades. Also I know how much better I feel when I go 'hard core' with a diet and eat all fresh foods & drink just water, so something is being flushed out of my system that was not good for me. Unfortunately, as with most things, money is an issue here. Right now we rely on food stamps (and I'm taking up couponing just to make those last) and whole foods are more expensive for the most part. I do buy all my produce fresh, sometimes frozen, but never canned. I also by organic meats when I can find them, and I do read labels when I'm shopping (which is crazy difficult with L & her sisters in tow). But, sadly, when it comes to breakfasts and lunches we are still lacking. My girls have a waffle addiction (thinking of trying whole grain) & I dont have the time to make things like that (or eggs & bacon etc) every morning. They eat school lunches because they're free (some of the stuff they serve is horrible by the way) and when it comes to snack time all they want is sweets. My goal is to make sure none of these 'bad' things are available to them at home, but husband is bucking this a bit as he doesn't feel he should have to let go of the foods he likes. FWIW he is just an overgrown difficult child with (un-diagnosis'd) ADHD, mood swings & what I refer to as CRS (cant remember S***) so the whole diet change would probably help him too and make my life easier LoL. I'm pretty sure K & C both have mild ADD or ADHD too so this could be revolutionary in my house! Malika: I checked out the braingym links & thank you! I've never heard of it but going to try it :) I am also considering trying an elimination diet for L but I don't know where to start so anyone with any experience there please feel free to comment :) [/QUOTE]
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