Son w/ ADHD..want natural remedies?!
Question: My 13yr old son was diagnosed with ADHD. He has all the characteristics of ADHD, and I am not disputing that. However, I am extrememly particular about what kind of medications I allow my children to take, and I KNOW that there are natural remedies and diet changes we can make to control it without the medicine. I was very unimpressed with his doctor, and a little concerned about how simple it was to get the medicine. If anyone has DETAILED information about how to NATURALLY control this, I would appreciate it. God designed our bodies to heal and work naturally, and that is what I want to build his treatment on. However, I am limited in my knowledge of how to do so. Any advice, tips, suggestions or information on where to get them will be greatly appreciated.
Answers: My 13yr old son was diagnosed with ADHD. He has all the characteristics of ADHD, and I am not disputing that. However, I am extrememly particular about what kind of medications I allow my children to take, and I KNOW that there are natural remedies and diet changes we can make to control it without the medicine. I was very unimpressed with his doctor, and a little concerned about how simple it was to get the medicine. If anyone has DETAILED information about how to NATURALLY control this, I would appreciate it. God designed our bodies to heal and work naturally, and that is what I want to build his treatment on. However, I am limited in my knowledge of how to do so. Any advice, tips, suggestions or information on where to get them will be greatly appreciated.
there are a lot of ways. i'm not sure if some suggestions he might not be up for, but i can promise they do work.
first, meditation is incredible in creating a sense of calm altertness, being able to see the world as it is, and accepting your surroundings, and just kind of rewiring your brain to be a calmer, happier person who isn't bothered so much by anger or nervousness, trivial things, etc.
there are diet changes, too. you would have to cut out caffeine and simple sugars, like most anything processed. this includes but is not limited to breakfast cereals, chocolate, carbonated drinks, cakes, candy, etc. try to go natural in terms of food. eat whole wheat pastas/breads, fresh fruit & vegetables, fish, good fats. try having him drink certain teas like chammomile or valerian, which have been proven to be very calming and relaxing herbs.
also, exercise would be beneficial. it might seem counterintuitive, but exercising has a number of incredible benefits and will allow your son to work off the extra energy, and be happier as a result.
try googling "natural remedies for ADHD".
ADHD does not require any drug treatment. A person with it can learn to work around it and maybe even use it to his/her advantage.
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People with ADHD must learn to function with it. They have to study a little harder and work on keeping focus. A good way to do this is to find a hobby that requires focus. I play the drums. Help your son find a hobby that requires energy and focus.
It's called Rescue Remedy. It worked for me any a lot of the people I work for.
You can find it online or at herb stores.
It's little drops, but don't be fooled they will work.
good luck
Actually, Fish Oil has been found to be very effective and beneficial towards ADD and ADHD. I did a quick search on Yahoo and the first four hits were articles that explain quite a bit about it:
http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,162...
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articl...
http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/QAA400011
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articl...
Aside from that, children who are diagnosed with ADD or ADHD can be taught how to deal with their ADD/ADHD... but Fish Oil often helps them handle it much easier.
I would start with a seach like
http://search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=A0ge...
Good for you, for taking a proactive stance!
Bach's Rescue Remedy can be helpful, as can dietary changes.
Proponents of the ADHD diet advise that all sugar (including fruit juice and corn syrup) be eliminated, as well as NutraSweet, processed meats, all MSG, food colorings and dairy products.
Fried foods should be limited, and the focus should be home prepared meals using whole foods.
try B'Calmed - a natural amino acid blend w/ b vitamins.
Go to youtube and look into videos on the "psychetruth" channel. They have amazing information about diet and health, with a focus on mental health. This is a great resource for parents of adhd diagnosed kids.
I would highly reccomend seeing a professional Nutritionist with your son. My sister had severe depression & schitzophernia. She started going to my mom's nutritionist, taking vitamins, and thouroughly following all of the things she could & could not eat. Her recovery has been astounding.
We truly are what we eat. The things we put into our bodies make us what we are, and I'm thrilled that you're looking into other options for your son. My sister's medication acted just like a band-aid -- it covered everything up, but didn't actually heal anything. Now that she's been following our nutritionists suggestions, she's been better than I've ever seen her in her whole life.
I truly help you can find the help your son needs! :) Good luck to you!
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I have heard that cranial sacral therapy has helped children with ADHD if you are interested try www.upledger.com You're on the right path and I hope this info helps you. Good luck!
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