Food Ingredients to Avoid with ADHD
As important as it is to ensure that people with ADHD follow a healthy diet, it is also equally, if not more, important to avoid all the ingredients that can worsen the symptoms of the condition. This article lists some of these foods a person with ADHD should avoid. Read on for some dietary tips for managing ADHD: Trans fat Trans fats are not natural. A manmade ingredient, it increases sugar levels, blocks arteries, and contributes to obesity. Every single food that people are addicted to has trans-fat – potato fries, processed and mass-produced snacks, cookies, coffee creamer, and the list is never-ending. It is best to limit the intake of trans fat to less than one percent of the daily intake of calories, regardless of whether it’s for men, women, or children. Saturated fats These fats are naturally found in food, mostly in animal protein. While many say saturated fats can add to bad cholesterol, it is an ongoing debate. There is no consensus yet, so a beneficial dietary tip for managing ADHD in such cases is to include or avoid ingredients based on the doctor’s advice. Preservatives and additives Multiple studies have shown the positive correlation between artificial coloring and hyperactivity and other symptoms of ADHD, like irritability, attention, and sleep-related issues.