Health, Food & Nutrition
Your child’s health — physical, emotional, and cognitive — is tied to the foods he eats. Learn how nutrition plays a part in regulating symptoms of ADHD like distractibility, inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
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Best Breakfast with Kids: The ADHD Benefits Are Real — and Delicious
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9 Foods to Supercharge Your Brain Health
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The Feingold Diet
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11 Brain-Building Food Rules
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9 Nutrition Tricks for Picky Eaters
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“So, What’s For Breakfast?”
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Never Full, Never Still
Suppressed hunger is a problem for many children with ADHD. With my daughter, we face a different...
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“How I Got In Shape By Enlisting My Kids’ Help”
For years, I had so many great excuses for skipping the gym. I was tired. I was broke. My kids needed...
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How ADHD Contributes to Obesity in Children
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3 Focus-Sharpening Recipes for Your Child
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Cooking with Your Child is a Recipe for Success
Teaching basic cooking techniques to children with ADHD or LD is a fun, easy way to boost their...
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Happy Meals, Happier Children
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Say Yes to Yoga for Kids with ADHD
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New Study: Children with ADHD At Risk for Eating Disorders
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