Natural ADD Treatment Information

Attention deficit disorder is condition that affects concentration and attention. Nearly 2 million children are diagnosed with ADD and put on medication. While medications may help in the short-term, they do not help in the long run. Natural remedies to help treat the symptoms of ADD are a healthier and safer way to effectively treat the hyperactive disorder without the side effects of prescribed medication.

Diet

• Dr. Benjamin Feingold developed a diet consisting of nutrient-rich, wholesome foods that was shown to provide improvements in behavior and neural connections in children. The diet should eliminate almost all processed foods.

Omega-3

• Children with a deficiency in omega-3 rich essential fatty acids had significantly more behavioral problems, temper tantrums and learning problems than those with a higher amount of omega-3, according to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Gingko Biloba

• In many European countries, Ginkgo biloba is prescribed medication used to treat difficulty concentrating, depression, anxiety and poor memory. Due to its positive effects on these symptoms, Ginkgo biloba can be an effective natural treatment for ADD.

B Vitamins

• St. Joseph's hospital in Pennsylvania conducted a study that connected neurological disorders in children to deficiencies in B vitamins. The results found low serotonin in hyperactive children, administering B vitamins saw the serotonin levels rise. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter directly related to mood. B Vitamin deficiency was also found to cause depression, confusion and memory deficits.

Routine

• Regular routines with enforced boundaries and rules has been shown to help with adverse behavior found in children with ADD.