Attention parents! 🤔 New insights suggest that more than just food additives might be behind children’s hyperactivity and ADHD. While the focus has often been on E numbers, Swansea University’s Professor David Benton points out that other common foods could also play a role. 🥦🍎
Since 2010, the UK and EU have required warnings on products with certain food colour additives. But Professor Benton argues that additives alone aren’t to blame. Research shows kids eating more ultra-processed foods, often due to financial constraints, are at greater risk for ADHD, hinting at broader dietary issues. 🥤🍟
Curious about how specific foods affect behaviour? It turns out that everything from cows’ milk to apples might have varying impacts on children. A 1985 London study explored the “few foods” diet, revealing individual reactions to 48 different foods. 🌾🍳
Parents, if you notice a link between your child’s diet and their behaviour, consider keeping a food diary. But remember, be cautious with any elimination plans and seek expert guidance—every child is unique, after all. 👧👦
This conversation is crucial for families seeking alternatives to traditional ADHD treatments and those exploring the influence of diet on health. Let’s keep the dialogue going and support one another! 💬❤️
Your thoughts? Do you think diet plays a role in hyperactivity and ADHD? Share your experiences. 📢👇 #ADHD #ChildHealth #Parenting