The stomach flu (or gastroenteritis) is a condition that typically causes inflammation of the stomach and small intestines. This sickness is a virus, not a bacteria, so it cannot be treated with antibiotics. The symptoms of the stomach flu include nausea, watery diarrhea, and vomiting. Generally, stomach flu is not a serious illness, and most people recover completely. The duration of the stomach flu virus is 1 to 10 days but only 3 to 5 days on average. Some of the symptoms can be alleviated by eating specific foods. The food and drink ingested during the gastroenteritis virus can affect the illness and the strain on the body.
Prevent Deyhydration
1. The main objective when treating the stomach flu is to replace fluids that have been lost. If your vomiting is consistent and you cannot keep liquids down, then you need to wait 2 to 4 hours before eating or drinking anything. Drinking small amounts of water and other beverages like Gatorade, Powerade, or flat clear soda such as Sprite or ginger ale is essential, especially if the stomach flu virus is causing severe vomiting and diarrhea. The body is not able to replenish liquids lost quickly by these stomach flu symptoms. Drinking clear liquids is one way to help your body combat the stomach flu virus and soothe some of the nausea you are feeling.
Solid Food and the Stomach Flu
2. The stomach flu is one illness that is not food-friendly. Individuals suffering from the stomach flu typically do not have much of an appetite. Once the nausea and vomiting have subsided and you can keep liquids down, then you may be ready to try some solid food. The best food for people with the stomach flu virus is bland food that can be easily digested. Saltine crackers, gelatin, eggs, and plain noodles are some good food choices for stomach flu sufferers.
Foods To Eat If You Have Diarrhea
3. Diarrhea is a common symptom of the stomach flu virus. This unpleasant condition may be soothed by eating specific foods. The common diarrhea diet is known as the BRAT diet, which is bananas, rice, apple sauce, and toast. Dry toast and bananas are popular choices because they tend to be easy on the stomach. Typically, you should not eat fruit if you have diarrhea, but bananas are one fruit that can help with this condition. If you choose apple sauce, make sure it is actual apple sauce and not sliced apples because regular apples may make diarrhea symptoms worse.
Foods To Avoid During the Stomach Flu
4. There are some foods that you should avoid if you have the stomach flu virus. Some food may make your stomach flu symptoms worse and irritate your system while your body is trying to recover from the virus. These foods include spicy, acidic, fatty, and fibrous foods. Meats, coarse grains, and vegetables are not good to eat if you have the stomach flu. You should also avoid dairy products because they are hard to digest and may irritate your stomach as well.
Conclusion
5. The stomach flu is a common virus that infects millions of Americans every year. While there is not a cure for this illness, there are some things you can do to prevent catching the virus. Wash your hands regularly, avoid contact with thos infected with the stomach flu, and disinfect items used by those who are suffering from the virus. Food can also play a part in the treatment of the stomach flu virus. Drinking enough fluids and eating the right kind of foods for the duration of the stomach flu can help with the recovery process and make eating more enjoyable.
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Thursday, 12 May 2011
How to Maintain Fitness in a Wilderness Setting
Most people equate working out with attending a fitness center. However, body weight exercises are a convenient and effective method to maintain fitness anywhere, without the need for expensive equipment. Besides, machines isolate specific muscles with movements limited to fixed, two-dimensional paths. These machines lack real world purpose. The world is your playground; use the natural environment to create a challenging workout that will not only give you functional strength but also give you an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.
Instructions
1. Make an inventory of what you have available and different ways to use these items to mimic exercise movements typically performed in a traditional gym setting.
2. Walk through your intended workout area and path to check for hazards. For instance, if using a hill for bear crawls, check the terrain and vegetation for poisonous plants or sharp rocks. Test tree branches to ensure that they will support your weight.
3. Find a low-hanging branch that can safely support your weight for pullups. Stand underneath the branch and start from a dead hang. Your grip on the bar should be slightly wider than your shoulder width. Tighten your abs and squeeze your scapulae together. Keep your elbows close to your side. Aim for the maximum number of pullups you can do while maintaining proper form.
4. Do some pushups on uneven terrain or an incline to challenge yourself. To do a pushup, begin with your chest against the ground, and hands positioned at approximately shoulder width. Look straight in front of you. As you push yourself up, exhale and make sure your abs are flexed so your back does not sag or arch. Stop just before full extension because you never want to lock your elbow joints. Perform the maximum number possible with proper form.
5. Do a reverse bear crawl up a hill. Begin at the base facing away from the incline. Your opposite arm and opposite leg will move simultaneously as you progress up your chosen incline. Keep your hips low but do not let your knees touch the ground.
6. Sprint approximately 200 meters. Be conscious of your terrain to avoid stumbling.
7. Rest 60 to 90 seconds standing or walking around. Do not sit down.
8. Repeat this circuit three to five times.
9. Take a short cool down jog (approximately 10 minutes) to lower your heart rate. Stretching afterward is optional.
Instructions
1. Make an inventory of what you have available and different ways to use these items to mimic exercise movements typically performed in a traditional gym setting.
2. Walk through your intended workout area and path to check for hazards. For instance, if using a hill for bear crawls, check the terrain and vegetation for poisonous plants or sharp rocks. Test tree branches to ensure that they will support your weight.
3. Find a low-hanging branch that can safely support your weight for pullups. Stand underneath the branch and start from a dead hang. Your grip on the bar should be slightly wider than your shoulder width. Tighten your abs and squeeze your scapulae together. Keep your elbows close to your side. Aim for the maximum number of pullups you can do while maintaining proper form.
4. Do some pushups on uneven terrain or an incline to challenge yourself. To do a pushup, begin with your chest against the ground, and hands positioned at approximately shoulder width. Look straight in front of you. As you push yourself up, exhale and make sure your abs are flexed so your back does not sag or arch. Stop just before full extension because you never want to lock your elbow joints. Perform the maximum number possible with proper form.
5. Do a reverse bear crawl up a hill. Begin at the base facing away from the incline. Your opposite arm and opposite leg will move simultaneously as you progress up your chosen incline. Keep your hips low but do not let your knees touch the ground.
6. Sprint approximately 200 meters. Be conscious of your terrain to avoid stumbling.
7. Rest 60 to 90 seconds standing or walking around. Do not sit down.
8. Repeat this circuit three to five times.
9. Take a short cool down jog (approximately 10 minutes) to lower your heart rate. Stretching afterward is optional.
How To Stop Bad Habits
Everyone has bad habits. From chewing your nails to twirling your hair or being a constant procrastinator, bad habits need to be identified as such so that it can be corrected. No matter your age, you can stop your bad habits and create new ones. Here are steps you can take to stop your bad habits.
* Identify and admit that there’s a behavior that needs to be modified. In order to change something, you must first acknowledge that it needs changing or work to be improved. If you’re in denial that your smoking is a bad habit or that your constant tardiness is a bad thing, you won’t find it in yourself to make the change. Take a good look at yourself at think about the action or behavior that you do that you would like to change. Once you know the specific behavior that needs to be stopped, you can take measures to do so.
* Determine the triggers of the behavior. One way to start changing the behavior is to first identify what causes you to behave that way in the first place. Do you bite your nails where you are feeling insecure or vulnerable? Do you light up when you feel stressed? Knowing the environmental and emotional causes that compel you to do the behavior can help you avoid the situation. Also, once you know that you have a trigger situation on your hands, it will cause you to be more mindful and aware that you may succumb to your bad habit as a coping mechanism.
* Use positive affirmations. You need to tell yourself that you can change for the better. Stay positive and fill your thoughts of life affirming things. Tell yourself you are a strong person and you can do whatever you set your mind to do. Don’t phrase the behavior you want to change in a negative way. Instead, phrase it positively. For example, don’t say, “I am not a smoker”. Instead say, “I am healthy and smoke free”.
* Identify and admit that there’s a behavior that needs to be modified. In order to change something, you must first acknowledge that it needs changing or work to be improved. If you’re in denial that your smoking is a bad habit or that your constant tardiness is a bad thing, you won’t find it in yourself to make the change. Take a good look at yourself at think about the action or behavior that you do that you would like to change. Once you know the specific behavior that needs to be stopped, you can take measures to do so.
* Determine the triggers of the behavior. One way to start changing the behavior is to first identify what causes you to behave that way in the first place. Do you bite your nails where you are feeling insecure or vulnerable? Do you light up when you feel stressed? Knowing the environmental and emotional causes that compel you to do the behavior can help you avoid the situation. Also, once you know that you have a trigger situation on your hands, it will cause you to be more mindful and aware that you may succumb to your bad habit as a coping mechanism.
* Use positive affirmations. You need to tell yourself that you can change for the better. Stay positive and fill your thoughts of life affirming things. Tell yourself you are a strong person and you can do whatever you set your mind to do. Don’t phrase the behavior you want to change in a negative way. Instead, phrase it positively. For example, don’t say, “I am not a smoker”. Instead say, “I am healthy and smoke free”.
How to Stop a Runny Nose
Cold and flu season often bring with it a bevy of runny noses. If you're prone to allergies, then you likely experience a runny nose all year long. Whatever the cause of your dripping nose, there are steps you can take to get rid of it. Most cures are temporary solutions. If you have a runny nose that continues for several weeks, see your doctor. He will help you determine the cause of the issue and then address it properly. In the interim, there are various ways to stop your runny nose.
1. Take an antihistamine. Available over-the-counter, antihistamines work well for runny noses that are caused by allergies. Opt for a non-drowsy antihistamine, as regular ones will make you sleepy.
2. Purchase cold medication if your runny nose is caused by a cold or virus. The medication will dry up mucus, eliminating your runny nose. Follow the specific medication's instructions regarding usage.
3. Use nasal spray. Available in any drug store, you spray the medicine directly up your nose. When you have a runny nose, the tissue inside your nose is swollen. Nasal sprays help to reduce the swelling, thereby improving the issue. You should only use nasal sprays for a few days. If used for longer, they can worsen your nasal symptoms.
4.Sleep with a humidifier in the room. Dry air worsens a runny nose, while moist air helps to thin mucus. When you use a humidifier, the air will be more moist.
5. Mix 1 teaspoon of salt with 1 cup of warm water. Put some of the mixture into an eyedropper. Tilt your head back and release a few drops into your nose. As you breathe in deeply, the salt water solution will irrigate your nasal passages. Repeat the process several times to fully cleanse your nose. You may also purchase saline nasal drops at a drug store.
6. hew a small piece of ginger root. Swallow the juice that you extract from the root. This home remedy has been shown to increase circulation and reduce mucus. Repeat the process three to four times a day to stop your runny nose.
Tips & Warnings
Be gentle when you blow your nose, as it will be raw and irritated.
Avoid alcohol and caffeine while you have a runny nose. Both can lead to dehydration, making your mucus thicker.
How to Stop Wisdom Tooth Pain
Our wisdom teeth usually begin to emerge between the ages of 17 and 21. While healthy wisdom teeth don't usually cause a tremendous amount of pain, they can be bothersome. Thankfully, there are some things you can do to help stop your wisdom tooth pain.
1
Make an appointment with your dentist if you experience constant or severe pain. Severe pain, or pain that doesn't subside after a few days, may indicate a serious problem that your dentist needs to be aware of. If your pain doesn't respond to these simple treatments, make an appointment as soon as possible.
2
Try chewing gum on the side where you're experiencing pain. Chewing gum will gently massage the painful area and may offer some temporary relief.
3
Use a topical numbing agent. Oral numbing medications can be bought over-the-counter at most pharmacies, discount department stores, and supermarkets. Just apply a small amount to the affected area to numb the site for up to 30 minutes at a time.
4
Try a warm saltwater rinse. Warm saltwater will help ease moderate wisdom tooth pain without the use of medications. Just swish the solution in your mouth for 30 seconds and spit. Be careful not to swallow the saltwater.
5
Use over-the-counter pain relievers. Acetaminophen helps relieve the pain associated with emerging wisdom teeth. Follow the dosage and directions on the pain reliever packaging and pay close attention to any warnings labeled on the bottle. If you have other medical conditions or are taking other medications, consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medication to avoid harmful drug interactions.
1
Make an appointment with your dentist if you experience constant or severe pain. Severe pain, or pain that doesn't subside after a few days, may indicate a serious problem that your dentist needs to be aware of. If your pain doesn't respond to these simple treatments, make an appointment as soon as possible.
2
Try chewing gum on the side where you're experiencing pain. Chewing gum will gently massage the painful area and may offer some temporary relief.
3
Use a topical numbing agent. Oral numbing medications can be bought over-the-counter at most pharmacies, discount department stores, and supermarkets. Just apply a small amount to the affected area to numb the site for up to 30 minutes at a time.
4
Try a warm saltwater rinse. Warm saltwater will help ease moderate wisdom tooth pain without the use of medications. Just swish the solution in your mouth for 30 seconds and spit. Be careful not to swallow the saltwater.
5
Use over-the-counter pain relievers. Acetaminophen helps relieve the pain associated with emerging wisdom teeth. Follow the dosage and directions on the pain reliever packaging and pay close attention to any warnings labeled on the bottle. If you have other medical conditions or are taking other medications, consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medication to avoid harmful drug interactions.
How to Make a Rice Mill Machine
Rice flour is a key ingredient to any number of gluten-free cakes and breads and other baked goods, but it may not always be easily available. If not or if you can't find the find grind you need, you may consider making it at home. Unfortunately, quality rice mills are often expensive, and cheap ones don't work as well. In that case, you should consider building your own rice mill, so you can easily and cheaply make your own rice flour at home.
Building The Roller
1
Cut a square 3/8-inch channel through the long center of the largest side of the 4-by-2 3/16-by-8 inch wood block. Use rough sandpaper on the channel's three sides.
2
Lay the steel rod in the channel so that it extends two inches out of the block on one side and six inches on the other. Seal it in place with the epoxy.
3
Glue and clamp the 4-by-1 13/16-by-8 wood block atop the first so they are flush together. The channel will be in the center and the steel rod still in place. Sand off any uneven ridges and excess glue that appears outside the seams.
4
Set the piece in a lathe after the glue is dry and round the edges and sides until the block is an even circle down its length. The circle's diameter should be no less than 3 1/2 inches.
5
Create a series of 1/8-inch deep grooves 1/8 inch apart down the length of the roller surface using a table router. These will allow the roller to grip the rice.
Assembling The Mill
1
Drill a hole through the center of both 14 1/2-by-11 inch sheets of wood four inches from the bottom edge and place bronze sleeve bearings in each hole. These will be the side walls for the rice mill. Set the roller through the bearings.
2
Attach the hand crank with epoxy to the long end of the steel rod that runs through the roller.
3
Place the 8-by-11-by-1 inch sheet of wood at an angle to the roller so that its bottom side almost touches the roller's edge. The sheet of wood should be at a 45-degree angle to the rice mill's base. Secure the sheet against the two side walls with two screws on each edge.
4
Screw the brass plate to the bottom edge of the 8-by-14-b- 2 inch sheet of wood.
5
Place the 8-by-14-b- 2 inch sheet of wood at an angle so that the brass plate passes and almost touches the edge of the roller. This is the surface against which the rice will be crushed into flour, so experiment with the distance and angle until the flour grind is what you want. The two sheets of wood above the roller should form a 90-degree angle that looks like a "V." When at the appropriate angle, secure the sheet of wood in place against the two walls with screws.
Cover all exposed wood except the roller with a coat of the water-based polyurethane and sand it smooth once the polyurethane is dry. This will allow you to easily and quickly clean the rice mill.
Building The Roller
1
Cut a square 3/8-inch channel through the long center of the largest side of the 4-by-2 3/16-by-8 inch wood block. Use rough sandpaper on the channel's three sides.
2
Lay the steel rod in the channel so that it extends two inches out of the block on one side and six inches on the other. Seal it in place with the epoxy.
3
Glue and clamp the 4-by-1 13/16-by-8 wood block atop the first so they are flush together. The channel will be in the center and the steel rod still in place. Sand off any uneven ridges and excess glue that appears outside the seams.
4
Set the piece in a lathe after the glue is dry and round the edges and sides until the block is an even circle down its length. The circle's diameter should be no less than 3 1/2 inches.
5
Create a series of 1/8-inch deep grooves 1/8 inch apart down the length of the roller surface using a table router. These will allow the roller to grip the rice.
Assembling The Mill
1
Drill a hole through the center of both 14 1/2-by-11 inch sheets of wood four inches from the bottom edge and place bronze sleeve bearings in each hole. These will be the side walls for the rice mill. Set the roller through the bearings.
2
Attach the hand crank with epoxy to the long end of the steel rod that runs through the roller.
3
Place the 8-by-11-by-1 inch sheet of wood at an angle to the roller so that its bottom side almost touches the roller's edge. The sheet of wood should be at a 45-degree angle to the rice mill's base. Secure the sheet against the two side walls with two screws on each edge.
4
Screw the brass plate to the bottom edge of the 8-by-14-b- 2 inch sheet of wood.
5
Place the 8-by-14-b- 2 inch sheet of wood at an angle so that the brass plate passes and almost touches the edge of the roller. This is the surface against which the rice will be crushed into flour, so experiment with the distance and angle until the flour grind is what you want. The two sheets of wood above the roller should form a 90-degree angle that looks like a "V." When at the appropriate angle, secure the sheet of wood in place against the two walls with screws.
Cover all exposed wood except the roller with a coat of the water-based polyurethane and sand it smooth once the polyurethane is dry. This will allow you to easily and quickly clean the rice mill.
What Causes a Strong Urine Smell in Females
1. Ordinarily, urine has little to no odor. Certain medical conditions, however, may cause your urine to become strong- or foul-smelling or may affect the odor of your vulva and vaginal discharge, so that you think your urine smells bad. A strong urine odor in females can be harmless or the sign of a serious problem.
Dehydration
2. Urine that is dark and smells strongly like ammonia may be a sign of dehydration, when your body doesn't have enough water. According to BabiesOnline.com, pregnant women are at risk for dehydration, especially in early pregnancy, because they lose fluid when they vomit due to morning sickness and may have trouble keeping food or liquid down. It can cause deformities (in early pregnancy) or preterm labor (in late pregnancy). Pregnant or not, you should pay attention to your urine and other symptoms of dehydration, such as headache and dizziness, and drink plenty of water to avoid it.
Infections
3. Bacteria in the vagina, such as trichomoniasis and gardnerella, can cause bad odors in the vulva, making you think that your urine smells bad, advises Columbia's health advice columnist Alice. In addition, the Mayo Clinic warns that women are at a greater risk than men for developing urinary tract infections, which can cause a foul odor in the urine, as well as burning during urination, fever and back pain. Doctors can treat both types of infection with antibiotics. An untreated urinary tract infection can cause kidney damage and, in pregnant women, premature births, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Rectal Fistulae
4. A fistula is an abnormal connection between organs in the body. According to the Mayo Clinic, childbirth, inflammatory bowel disease and surgery are some of the causes for a fistula between your bowel and vagina (rectovaginal fistula), which may cause strong-smelling vaginal discharge (again, mistaken for strong-smelling urine) and urinary tract infections, which can cause strong-smelling urine. Vesicoenteric fistulae, which occur between the bowel and bladder, can also cause bad urine smells, writes Dr. Joseph Basler on eMedicine.com.
Dehydration
2. Urine that is dark and smells strongly like ammonia may be a sign of dehydration, when your body doesn't have enough water. According to BabiesOnline.com, pregnant women are at risk for dehydration, especially in early pregnancy, because they lose fluid when they vomit due to morning sickness and may have trouble keeping food or liquid down. It can cause deformities (in early pregnancy) or preterm labor (in late pregnancy). Pregnant or not, you should pay attention to your urine and other symptoms of dehydration, such as headache and dizziness, and drink plenty of water to avoid it.
Infections
3. Bacteria in the vagina, such as trichomoniasis and gardnerella, can cause bad odors in the vulva, making you think that your urine smells bad, advises Columbia's health advice columnist Alice. In addition, the Mayo Clinic warns that women are at a greater risk than men for developing urinary tract infections, which can cause a foul odor in the urine, as well as burning during urination, fever and back pain. Doctors can treat both types of infection with antibiotics. An untreated urinary tract infection can cause kidney damage and, in pregnant women, premature births, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Rectal Fistulae
4. A fistula is an abnormal connection between organs in the body. According to the Mayo Clinic, childbirth, inflammatory bowel disease and surgery are some of the causes for a fistula between your bowel and vagina (rectovaginal fistula), which may cause strong-smelling vaginal discharge (again, mistaken for strong-smelling urine) and urinary tract infections, which can cause strong-smelling urine. Vesicoenteric fistulae, which occur between the bowel and bladder, can also cause bad urine smells, writes Dr. Joseph Basler on eMedicine.com.
How to Search for Product Ingredients
It is important to know the ingredients contained within a product you want to use. Information regarding product contents is needed for the consumer to make informed decisions concerning purchase and use. Complications due to conditions such as allergies or other sensitivities can be avoided by not using products that contain irritants. If you have a product and are not sure of the ingredients, you can perform a search to help you determine the product's ingredients.
Instructions
1. Locate the ingredient label on the back of the product. The label lists each ingredient found in the product along with the amount of each ingredient used. Food labels also contain dietary information related to the ingredients. Medications will list active ingredients, meaning those that are involved in healing, as well as inactive ingredients, meaning the fillers that are used to make the medication into a usable form.
2. Browse the Household Products Database. The database alphabetically lists all of the ingredients found in common household products. The site also lists health effects that can occur due to prolonged exposure.
3. Enter the product's Universal Product Code (UPC) code into a UPC Product Search. The UPC code is the barcode located on the product. The barcode is a symbolic code used on products throughout the United States and Canada as a means of product identification. Since the product's information is linked to the barcode, the ingredients can be found by conducting a search.
4. Use the ingredients of similar products as a guideline. For example if you are searching for the ingredients in Jiff peanut butter, compare the ingredient list to another type of peanut butter to get an idea of the ingredients used.
Instructions
1. Locate the ingredient label on the back of the product. The label lists each ingredient found in the product along with the amount of each ingredient used. Food labels also contain dietary information related to the ingredients. Medications will list active ingredients, meaning those that are involved in healing, as well as inactive ingredients, meaning the fillers that are used to make the medication into a usable form.
2. Browse the Household Products Database. The database alphabetically lists all of the ingredients found in common household products. The site also lists health effects that can occur due to prolonged exposure.
3. Enter the product's Universal Product Code (UPC) code into a UPC Product Search. The UPC code is the barcode located on the product. The barcode is a symbolic code used on products throughout the United States and Canada as a means of product identification. Since the product's information is linked to the barcode, the ingredients can be found by conducting a search.
4. Use the ingredients of similar products as a guideline. For example if you are searching for the ingredients in Jiff peanut butter, compare the ingredient list to another type of peanut butter to get an idea of the ingredients used.
Natural Remedies for ADD in Children
Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a behavior condition that occurs in about 5 percent of children, leading to hyperactivity, school difficulties and a decreased attention span. Because ADD is often treated with stimulant medications, many parents of ADD children have begun to turn to natural remedies as alternative ADD treatments.
Supplements
1. It is possible that a lack of certain nutrients may be the cause of ADD symptoms. To ensure that this lack of nutrients is not involved, you may administer supplements to your child, allowing her to replenish absent nutrients. Some important nutrients that are available in supplement form are glycine and vitamin B6, which allow for the proper function of a child's nervous system; magnesium and zinc, which may increase concentration in ADD children, di-methyl glycine, which can stabilize glucose levels; and huperzine A, which can enhance cognitive functions including memory.
Diet
2. A child's diet may have an effect on the severity of his ADD symptoms. Hence, a change in diet can possibly reduce a child's ADD symptoms. Avoiding sugar and artificial sweeteners is an important step. Large amounts of sugar are not suitable for ADD children, as research has shown these children may have problems digesting sugar properly. In addition, sugar may enable an ADD child's aggressive or restless behavior. Sweeteners are problematic as well, due to their ability to reduce magnesium levels, ultimately leading to amplified muscle movements.
Sunlight
3. It is possible that your child's ADD symptoms are not truly from ADD. Sometimes children with seasonal affective disorder are misdiagnosed with ADD, as these two disorders have similar symptoms. Assuring that your child has adequate exposure to sunlight will help with any possible ADD-like symptoms arising from seasonal affective disorder.
Digestion
4. Because children with ADD often have difficulty digesting certain foods, such as proteins and gluten, food sensitivities may arise. One theory is that these digestion problems may lead to the appearance of ADD symptoms. Two recommended solutions are ingesting living microorganisms and using digestive enzymes. Both of these can be obtained in supplement form for ingestion.
Supplements
1. It is possible that a lack of certain nutrients may be the cause of ADD symptoms. To ensure that this lack of nutrients is not involved, you may administer supplements to your child, allowing her to replenish absent nutrients. Some important nutrients that are available in supplement form are glycine and vitamin B6, which allow for the proper function of a child's nervous system; magnesium and zinc, which may increase concentration in ADD children, di-methyl glycine, which can stabilize glucose levels; and huperzine A, which can enhance cognitive functions including memory.
Diet
2. A child's diet may have an effect on the severity of his ADD symptoms. Hence, a change in diet can possibly reduce a child's ADD symptoms. Avoiding sugar and artificial sweeteners is an important step. Large amounts of sugar are not suitable for ADD children, as research has shown these children may have problems digesting sugar properly. In addition, sugar may enable an ADD child's aggressive or restless behavior. Sweeteners are problematic as well, due to their ability to reduce magnesium levels, ultimately leading to amplified muscle movements.
Sunlight
3. It is possible that your child's ADD symptoms are not truly from ADD. Sometimes children with seasonal affective disorder are misdiagnosed with ADD, as these two disorders have similar symptoms. Assuring that your child has adequate exposure to sunlight will help with any possible ADD-like symptoms arising from seasonal affective disorder.
Digestion
4. Because children with ADD often have difficulty digesting certain foods, such as proteins and gluten, food sensitivities may arise. One theory is that these digestion problems may lead to the appearance of ADD symptoms. Two recommended solutions are ingesting living microorganisms and using digestive enzymes. Both of these can be obtained in supplement form for ingestion.
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