It is strange that diet for ADHD has not received so much attention.
Yet, it could not be more important! What we eat will affect our body and our brain.
Why should we avoid processed foods full of toxins, chemicals, additives and colourings? They can do damage to the brain and that is why junk food should be kept away from kids.
My first top food is protein because experts now know that kids are getting too many carbohydrates and not nearly enough protein.
Just look at a breakfast full of cereals and milk and no protein at all.
That is a guarantee of a sugar high straightaway and later a sugar crash.
That will lead to mood swings as well.
The best way to keep blood sugar levels steady is to aim for a 70% protein and 30% carbohydrate balance in the morning.
Eggs done anyway the kids like on toast is just fine.
My second tip for a diet for ADHD is to build up the EFAs or essential fatty acids known as Omega 3.
These are usually contained in fish such as tuna, salmon and herrings.
But they are also contained in flaxseed oil, nuts and broccoli.
Kids do not like fish much and lots of people say there is far too much mercury in them and as we know this is a pretty nasty neurotoxin.
The best solution is to add a Omega 3 pharmaceutical grade supplement to the child's diet.
There are loads of studies which show that ADHD kids have low levels of Omega 3 in their bodies.
EFAs are essential for helping the brain function as 60% of the brain is made up of fat! My third tip is to try and find out what your child is allergic too.
The two most common allergens are dairy (casein) and gluten (wheat).
I know some kids who start to have problems of concentration, cannot stay focused, even after a few glasses of milk or an ice cream.
They also become distracted and are lethargic, rather than hyperactive, which in some ways is good! Soya is a great substitute.
Once you find out the offending allergen, you can plan the diet for ADHD much better.