Why Do 1 in 10 Kids in the US have ADHD?

by John Wertish, Chiropractic Extern, Total Lifestyle Chiropractic

· A U.S. government survey claims that 1 in 10 U.S. children now have ADHD. This is a sizable increase from a few years earlier. ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) makes it hard for children to pay attention and control impulsive behavior.

· Two thirds of the children diagnosed with ADHD are on some form of prescription medication.

· One Million kids may be misdiagnosed. A study published by the Journal of Health Economics shows that 20% of children have likely been misdiagnosed.

According to the AP medical writer Mike Stobbe:

"In the latest survery, 9.5 % said a doctor or health care provider had told them their child had ADHD…..ADHD diagnosis is in many ways a matter of opinion."

-There is NO blood test or brain-imaging exam for the condition. Sometimes reading disabilities or other problems in the classroom cause a teacher or others to mistakenly think a child has ADHD.

Food additives that may worsen ADHD

1. Blue #1 and #2 food coloring

2. Green #3

3. Orange B

4. Red #3 and #40

5. Yellow #5 and #6

6. Sodium benzoate- A preservative

Symptoms of ADHD

1. Hyperactivity

2. Inattention

3. Frequent fidgeting or squirming

4. Difficulty playing quietly

5. Always seems on the go

6. Talks excessively, difficulty waiting turn

*Many of these symptoms describe MOST children. Therefore, only those who struggle with inattention and hyperactive or impulsive behaviors around the clock are candidates

Natural tips for treating ADHD and symptoms:

· Eliminate most grains and sugars from childs diet.

· Replace Soft drinks, fruit juices, pasteurized milk with pure, clean non-fluoridated water.

· Increase omega-3 fats

· Minimize nearly all processed fats

· Avoid all processed foods

· Clear house of dangerous pesticides

· Clear house of dangerous pesticides

· GET ADJUSTED

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