Facebook Pixel

ADHD And Possible Link To Food Choices

By HERWriter
 
Rate This

A report from Perth Australia, written up in the Journal of Attention Disorders, indicates that there may be a link between a Western diet and ADHD.

"Leader of Nutrition studies at the Institute, Associate Professor Wendy Oddy, said the study examined the dietary patterns of 1800 adolescents from the long-term Raine Study and classified diets into 'Healthy' or 'Western' patterns."

A Western diet was associated with over twice the risk of an ADHD diagnosis when compared with a diet deemed to be healthier.

For the purposes of the study, "healthy" was considered to be a diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains and fish, along with omega-3 fatty acids, folate and fiber. The diet labelled a "Western" diet had more processed, fried and refined foods, higher in fat, refined sugar and sodium.

Dr. Oddy's observations indicate that the study provides food for thought. More research would be needed to determine any definite correlation between dietary patterns and ADHD.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/07/100729091454.htm

Add a Comment1 Comments

robertfrost31

definitely it is true that major brands always give out free samples on health products get yours from http://bit.ly/9UAtgc tell your friends also

July 31, 2010 - 3:13am

This Comment

Image CAPTCHA
Enter the characters shown in the image.
By submitting this form, you agree to EmpowHER's terms of service and privacy policy
Add a Comment
Jody Smith
Champion
HERWriter View Profile Send Message

We value and respect our HERWriters' experiences, but everyone is different. Many of our writers are speaking from personal experience, and what's worked for them may not work for you. Their articles are not a substitute for medical advice, although we hope you can gain knowledge from their insight.

ADHD

Get Email Updates

ADHD Guide

SusanC
Supporter
HERWriter Guide

Have a question? We're here to help. Ask the Community.

ASK

Health Newsletter

Receive the latest and greatest in women's health and wellness from EmpowHER - for free!