LearningRx One-On-One Brain Training Reviews the Impact of Diet on ADHD
March is Nutrition Month and LearningRx, the world’s largest one-on-one brain training company, is sharing information about the impact of diet on ADHD.
According to a study published in the international Journal of Attention Disorders, kids who eat a typical “Western” diet are twice as likely to have been diagnosed with ADHD by the age of 14. The study looked at the eating patterns of 1,800 adolescents, classifying diets into two categories: “Healthy” or “Western.” A Western diet, as defined by the study, includes a lot of fast foods; sugary, fried, or processed foods; and high-fat dairy. A “healthy” eating pattern consists of a diet high in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and fish. The results showed an association between being diagnosed with ADHD, and a diet high in dairy, sugar, fast food, fried foods, and processed foods.
Associate Professor Wendy Oddy, leader of Nutrition Studies at Perth’s Telethon Institute for Child Health Research where the study was conducted, suggests that “a Western dietary pattern may indicate the adolescent has a less optimal fatty acid profile, whereas a diet higher in omega-3 fatty acids is thought to hold benefits for mental health and optimal brain function.”
For healthy meal ideas, check out the Nutrition Month Recipe E-Book put together by the Dieticians of Canada.
If you suspect your child has attention or learning struggles, start by taking this free online evaluation: https://lsds.learningrx.com/
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