How should children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder eat?

Reply:

ADHD often occurs during childhood and lasts into adulthood. Children with this disease often have common symptoms such as being active or talking too much, constantly walking, difficulty sitting still, difficulty concentrating, and difficulty eating and drinking.

In the diet of children with ADHD, parents should Make sure the dish is rich in nutrients. Children with this condition often have lower levels of minerals such as iron, magnesium and vitamin D than normal children. Adding foods rich in these nutrients to your diet helps reduce disease symptoms.

You should Proper food control to identify which foods your child is sensitive to, because they can aggravate symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. You can cut out most of the foods you suspect your child is sensitive to for a short period of time, then reintroduce them one by one to evaluate.

For children who are picky eaters, adding nutritious foods can be very difficult. You can consider use dietary supplements Follow your doctor's instructions to make sure your child gets enough vitamins and minerals.

The above notes are for general reference only. You should take your child for a nutrition check-up so that the doctor can directly examine and carry out specialized micronutrient testing instructions such as using a UPLC high-performance liquid chromatography machine to determine the body's health. What substances is your body lacking or in excess of? From there, the doctor advises on appropriate and safe nutrition for your child's health. At the same time, children need to have regular check-ups and comply with treatment regimens (if any) from neurologists.

Dr. Tran Thi Tra Phuong
Nutrihome Nutrition Clinic System