ADHD Diet, Natural Medicine for ADHD and other Controversial Therapies for ADHD

Written by: Martin Winkler

First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest revision: 25 Jul 2008.

Abstract:
What are alternative therapy approaches for ADHD? Is there a natural alternative therapy for ADHD?

Question:

What are alternative therapy approaches for ADHD? Is there a natural alternative therapy for ADHD? Can you recommend a natural medicine for ADHD? Is there a special ADHD diet for children with ADHD?

Answer:

Dietary Intervention. The changing of a child's diet to prevent ADHD. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
Megavitamin and Mineral Supplements. The use of very high doses of vitamins and/or minerals to treat ADHD. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
Anti-Motion Sickness Medication. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
Candida Yeast. Those who support this model believe that toxins created by the yeast overgrow and weaken the immune system making the individual susceptible to many illnesses including ADHD. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
Algae. Those who support this treatment believe blue-green algae to be a nutritional supplement for ADHD. Potential liver damage and no proof for effectiveness.
Applied Kinesiology (Chiropractic approach). This theory proposes that Learning Disabilities are caused by two specific bones in the skull. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
Optometric Vision Training. This proposes that reading related Learning Disabilities are caused by visual problems. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.
EEG Biofeedback. Proponents of this approach believe that ADHD children can be trained to increase the type of brain-wave activity associated with sustained attention. Conclusion: No scientific evidence of effectiveness.

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