An Herbal Remedy For Constipation
There are many things to consider when shopping for an ADHD supplement for kids. Safety is the first consideration. Many parents choose supplements, rather than prescription drugs, because drugs are accompanied by side effects and could cause long-term health problems. However, not all supplements are completely safe. While I agree that good supplements are a better choice than drug therapy for attention deficit disorders with or without hyperactivity, I am also aware of the safety risks of excessive vitamins and minerals. Herbs, too, can be risky. One of the risks has to do with contamination. For example, fish oil is often recommended for attention deficit disorders, depression, anxiety and other brain-related issues, due to its providing essential fatty acids called DHA and EPA.
Like fish, fish oils can be contaminated with mercury and PCBs. A parent who decides to supplement a child's diet with fish oil must choose a brand that is frequently tested for mercury and PCBs. If the fish used is one that is known to be high in mercury, the oils should be molecularity distilled to remove the contaminant. Tuna is an example of a fish that is known to be high in mercury. If tuna oil is included in an ADHD supplement for kids, it should be molecularity distilled. There are few contamination risks associated with vitamin and mineral supplements; however, most of the children's vitamins on the market contain artificial flavors, colours and preservatives. Research has shown that those artificial ingredients may cause or worsen attention deficit disorders.
There is also the risk of excessive vitamin or mineral supplementation, which can cause health problems ranging from anemia to kidney damage and death. Herbs may be contaminated with pesticides. Any herbal ADHD supplement for kids will be accompanied by the risk of adverse effects, in view of the fact that herbs act like drugs within the human body. It is important to do the research and learn about the possible side effects associated with specific herbs. Several have been recommended for attention deficit disorders. The one with the most adverse effects is St. John's wort. The ones with the least are Gingko biloba and Gotu kola. The last two have proven effectiveness for improving one's ability to pay attention and remain focused.
The safest ADHD supplement for kids is a well-designed homeopathic remedy. Homeopathy is an age-old medical practice that is widely accepted in Europe. It is not so well accepted in the US, primarily due to the influence of the pharmaceutical industry. You may see homeopathy referred to as quackery, but homeopaths adhere to one of the most important medical principles: First, do no harm. Homeopaths never prescribe anything that could be harmful. There are no unpleasant or dangerous side effects associated with any homeopathic remedy. Homeopaths often prescribe holistic therapies. For example, a homeopath might want to know about the child's diet. He or she might recommend cutting out foods containing processed sugar or artificial flavourings.
Like fish, fish oils can be contaminated with mercury and PCBs. A parent who decides to supplement a child's diet with fish oil must choose a brand that is frequently tested for mercury and PCBs. If the fish used is one that is known to be high in mercury, the oils should be molecularity distilled to remove the contaminant. Tuna is an example of a fish that is known to be high in mercury. If tuna oil is included in an ADHD supplement for kids, it should be molecularity distilled. There are few contamination risks associated with vitamin and mineral supplements; however, most of the children's vitamins on the market contain artificial flavors, colours and preservatives. Research has shown that those artificial ingredients may cause or worsen attention deficit disorders.
There is also the risk of excessive vitamin or mineral supplementation, which can cause health problems ranging from anemia to kidney damage and death. Herbs may be contaminated with pesticides. Any herbal ADHD supplement for kids will be accompanied by the risk of adverse effects, in view of the fact that herbs act like drugs within the human body. It is important to do the research and learn about the possible side effects associated with specific herbs. Several have been recommended for attention deficit disorders. The one with the most adverse effects is St. John's wort. The ones with the least are Gingko biloba and Gotu kola. The last two have proven effectiveness for improving one's ability to pay attention and remain focused.
The safest ADHD supplement for kids is a well-designed homeopathic remedy. Homeopathy is an age-old medical practice that is widely accepted in Europe. It is not so well accepted in the US, primarily due to the influence of the pharmaceutical industry. You may see homeopathy referred to as quackery, but homeopaths adhere to one of the most important medical principles: First, do no harm. Homeopaths never prescribe anything that could be harmful. There are no unpleasant or dangerous side effects associated with any homeopathic remedy. Homeopaths often prescribe holistic therapies. For example, a homeopath might want to know about the child's diet. He or she might recommend cutting out foods containing processed sugar or artificial flavourings.
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