Interesting suggestion for an ADHD diet by Dr. Doug Cowen. Let me know if you try it and if you see success. I have had a number of parents see improvement. One of the biggest factors seems to be the protein shake.
ADHD Diet : WHAT TO EAT TO FEED THE ADHD BRAIN
Just as some foods make the brain “foggy”, other foods can enhance brain performance. Here are some things to eat to feed the ADHD brain…
* FOR BREAKFAST SERVE HIGH PROTEIN, LOW CARBOHYDRATE MEALS.
Say, “Good-bye,” to Breakfast cereals and milk. Breakfast cereals are all carbohydrate and sugar, which is the worst combination for the ADHD brain. And many children are allergic to milk. So the classic American breakfast of cereal and milk is just a really bad idea.
Instead, serve 60% to 70% Protein and 30% to 40% Carbohydrates for Breakfast. Eggs, breakfast meats, and some toast would be fine. Other meals of the day could be 50% Protein and 50% Carbohydrate.
* PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTS might be needed to get the added protein for Breakfast. They are often very helpful in the afternoon as well.
Add a good quality protein powder. There are many good ones available. If you can’t find one that you like, ask at your local health food store. Get protein powders that are mostly protein and very little carbohydrate. Add between 15 and 20 grams of protein to the blender.
* DRINK LOTS OF WATER. The brain is about 80% water, and increasing your water intake to 7 to 10 glasses per day might be very helpful all by itself. Sodas, Gatorade, teas, icees, etc., do not count as water. Only water counts as water. * MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS may be helpful. Colloidal Minerals or fully chelated minerals are the best. Version: 9.0.819 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2895 – Release Date: 05/25/10 02:26:00
