I grew up on a diet of pizza, soda, Chinese food and McDonald’s. And, I continued to eat those foods as an adult. Whatever was closest, easiest and tastiest went in my mouth. Long after my diagnosis of ADD, I continued to eat crap food. In fact, I only “woke up” to the impact that food has on my […]
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Water is the foundation for life. I often felt tired and sluggish until I simply set up a water dispenser in my office and home. The change I felt was noticeable. I had more energy and was more attentive—all because I added more water into my daily routine. Both research and anecdotal evidence suggest that a well-hydrated
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You might be surprised to know that caffeine is considered to be a drug. In fact, as the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported, it is the most widely consumed psychoactive drug in the world. Caffeine, like the most common prescription drugs used for treatment of ADHD in NYC, is a stimulant. But does that mean it
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity. About 2.5% of adults and 5% of children suffer from ADHD. In adults, ADHD is associated with an increased likelihood of unemployment, frequent interpersonal conflicts, and weak performance at work. Children have difficulties in social relationships and at school. The impact of
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Nutrition is the process of providing your body with the correct balance of different types of food necessary for health and growth. Every part of the body needs well-balanced nourishment for optimum performance. Poor nutrition can lead to reduced immunity, diseases and reduced productivity. Nutritional coaching helps you lead a healthier life by identifying what
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Nutrition for ADHD As we have mentioned previously, nutrition for a child with ADHD is of the utmost important. Diets are subtle changes that can have a great impact on an individual’s well-being and mood, so finding the optimum diet for your child can help their day-to-day activities immensely. Managing a child’s blood sugar levels