Attention Deficit Disorder

More and more children are getting diagnosed with the disorder and the solution is not Ritalin. From the disease model perspective genetic predispositions combined environmental toxins, food allergies, nutritional deficiencies, excess neurostimulation from TV and video games and dysfunctional family life all contribute to this disorder.

Signs and Symptoms:

• Poor concentration
• Easily distractability
• Inability to sit still
• Poor performance in school academics
• Delays in or poor performance in reading

Lifestyle Changes:

Limit T.V. and video games to one hour daily.
Make sure your child is getting at least 10 hours sleep
Regular outdoor physical activity is a must
Have your child tested for food allergies/sensitivities
Incorporate music lessons into your child's routines.
Get them in the habit of drinking water and snacking on fruits and vegetables.

Dietary Changes:

• Eat protein with each meal
• eliminate food allergies/sensitivities
• incorportate more fruits vegetables in the diet-wash well.
• eliminate MSG and preservatives.
• Minimize sugar intake including fruit juices
• Avoid caffeine.

Protocol:

1. Similase Digestive Enzymes

2. Children's Multivitamin

3. Probiotic Pearls

4. Eskimo-3 Fish oil

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• Dr. Dyler's recommendations and protocols for nutritional support are not intended as a substitute for appropriate medical care.
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• If you have a medical condition or disease, please talk to your doctor prior to using the recommendations given.
• Do not self-diagnose. Proper medical care is critical to good health. If you have a health concern or undiagnosed sign or symptom, please consult a physician, preferably a naturopathic doctor (N.D.), nutritionally oriented medical doctor (M.D. or (D.O.), or other health care specialist. Please go to www.naturopathic.org to find a qualified naturopathic doctor (N.D.) in your area to help you.
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