Too many parents have come to accept a medical diagnosis of ADHD for their kids without addressing some underlying triggers that might result in such hyperactive behaviors. In fact, some paradigms don’t recognize this as a disorder at all, but as a set of symptoms resulting from environmental factors such as diet, lack of exercise, and even lack of emotional or spiritual guidance. One unconventional method is to use caffeine as a substitute for Ritalin. Ritalin is a stimulant after all! It’s a complicated issue and a growing problem. Here is a good starting point for ways to address these problems. Be sure to discuss any changes you make with your care provider
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What Are the Symptoms of ADHD?
short attention span, especially for non-preferred tasks.
Hyperactivity, which may be physical, verbal, and/or emotional.
Impulsivity, which may manifest as recklessness.
Fidgeting or restlessness.
Disorganization and difficulty prioritizing tasks.
Poor time management and time blindness.
what are types of ADHD?
Inattentive, Hyperactive-Impulsive, and Combined Types
Is ADHD a bad thing?
Untreated ADHD can cause problems throughout life. People with ADHD tend to be impulsive and have short attention spans, which can make it harder to succeed in school, at work, in relationships, and in other aspects of life.
What ADHD feels like?
The symptoms include an inability to focus, being easily distracted, hyperactivity, poor organization skills, and impulsiveness. Not everyone who has ADHD has all these symptoms. They vary from person to person and tend to change with age.
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Phelps was diagnosed with ADHD in sixth grade. But while he couldn’t sit through class without fidgeting, he could swim for up to three hours at the pool after school. By age 10, Phelps was a nationally ranked swimmer.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
The omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil are important for the function of the brain and nerve cells. The human body cannot produce omega-3 fatty acids, so people must obtain them through food, supplements and vitamins. This is especially important for patients with malnourished ADHD. There are two types of omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil: EPA and DHA. The best supplements have twice or three times more EPA than DHA.
According to data from the National Center for Supplement and Comprehensive Health, although the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are obvious, there is no conclusive proof of their role in the treatment of ADHD symptoms. For example, a 2018 review of several studies involving children with ADHD treated with omega-3 found some evidence to support the role of nutrients in the treatment of ADHD, while similar reviews in 2017 found that this was not the case.
Blood Sugar
Eating regularly (but not snacking frequently) helps control blood sugar. This helps to avoid attention and concentration problems, irritability, and low physical strength caused by unstable blood sugar levels. If you skip meals or eat foods high in simple carbohydrates (including sugars), your blood sugar levels may be a bit like a roller coaster, with highs and lows throughout the day.
Certain characteristics of ADHD make eating regularly challenging. For example, excessive concentration may mean that you forgot to eat because you are fully absorbed in your activities. Tasks such as meal planning and grocery shopping can be difficult. In addition, ADHD medications can suppress appetite.
Exercise
Exercise can improve symptoms of ADHD, including executive function. Many research studies have been conducted to study different types of exercise and how they can help ADHD. The conclusion is that no one type of exercise is better than another.
Instead, the important factor is the motivation to pick what you like and do it regularly. It may be running, spinning classes, yoga or martial arts. If you have a tendency to get bored, you can join various types of sports that you like.
Sleep
Getting enough sleep every night helps with ADHD. However, ADHD behaviors can undermine good sleep hygiene. For example, over-focusing on the project or procrastinating until the last minute may mean that you sleep late. A busy mind can prevent you from falling asleep.
In turn, this makes it difficult for you to fall asleep, so it is difficult to wake up in the morning. Lack of sleep can affect your ability to concentrate and concentrate. It can also affect your mood and overall health. Although putting sleep first and changing sleep habits may seem like a daunting task, it is a natural way to help ADHD.
