Best and Worst Foods for ADHD Kids
Best and Worst Foods for ADHD Kids
ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and then continues into adulthood. Children with ADHD usually have a hard time paying attention, concentrating, controlling impulsive behaviors, sitting still and will have excessive talking.
Foods can definitely play a part in ADHD behavior.
Best Foods
- Vegetables: beets, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, lettuce, celery, kale, mushrooms, onions
- fruit/complex carbs– oranges, tangerines, apples, pears, grapes, kiwi
- protein– eggs, meat, nuts, soy, low fat yogurt, beans, cheese
- Omega 3 fats– fish, salmon, tuna, brazilian nuts, olive oil
Worst Foods
- sugary foods– soda, candy, concentrated juices, cake, cookies
- processed foods– foods made from a box, snack foods, potato chips
- fried foods– high in saturated fats
- caffeine– coffee, tea
- salt
- soda
- energy drinks
- certain dyes such as red dye 40 and yellow 5
ADHD diet for kids
These items can help develop a healthy brain.
- eggs– good source of protein
- greek yogurt-can help keep brain cells in good form for sending and receiving information
- Greens– full of folate and vitamins, kale, chickpeas, broccoli and spinach
- nuts and seeds– peanut butter, pine nuts
- fish– good source of vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids, salmon, tuna, sardines, walnuts
- complex carbs– beans, lentils, peas, brown rice
Supplements that can be helpful
- zinc
- iron
- magnesium
- vitamin D
- Omega 3 fatty acids
*You should consult with a medial professional before giving your child any supplements to ensure it is safe and your child is given the proper dosage*.
Best and Worst Foods for ADHD Kids
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