The most appropriate diet for hyperactive children
Many factors, including diet, are influenced by the development of a child with ADHD. We must take special care with the feeding of a hyperactive child because depending on which foods predominate, we can alleviate the consequences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. We have some dietary gu
Many factors, including diet, are influenced by the development of a child with ADHD. We must take special care with the feeding of a hyperactive child because depending on which foods predominate, we can alleviate the consequences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. We have some dietary guidelines for hyperactive children.
Food for hyperactive children
When we talk about hyperactivity, we talk about problems of attention, impulsivity and uncontrolled energy, fundamentally, attitudes that show an irritation of the nervous system. With this in mind, we can better understand the importance of feeding in hyperactive children.
In the same way that there are foods that promote nerves and anxiety, there are other foods more recommended for children with ADHD. Vegetable oils, fish such as salmon or tuna, tomatoes, soybeans, nuts, citrus fruits, vegetables or red fruits are ideal foods to reduce the nervousness and agitation characteristic of hyperactive children.
They are the refined sugars, fats and, especially the industrial bakery, what we must remove from the children's diet by all means, especially in cases of hyperactivity. This type of food favors nervous behavior and irritation, as well as stress of the child.
Dietary guidelines for the child with hyperactivity
A healthy and balanced diet is the ideal diet for any child, but it is even more important in children with ADHD, since in addition, these children usually have food problems derived, for example from lack of chewing or anxiety when eating. That is why it is important to establish some food guidelines that help the hyperactive child to improve their relationship with food.
A good idea to sweeten foods without having to resort to sugar is honey, which can also be the main element of any dessert. We can also involve the child in the preparation of meals, with children's recipes that are easy to make, healthy and fun. And a good atmosphere at the table is essential so that the child does not get nervous at lunchtime.
Sitting at the table without discussions, without haste, with the whole family together and having regulated meal times are essential conditions to reduce the agitation of the hyperactive child.
