It’s the dreaded child’s split personality syndrome – you’ve witnessed it, but are you aware that you could be to blame for it all? Without knowing it, of course.
Let me set the scene.
Breakfast, which consisted of bagels, with butter and jelly, a bowl of cereal filled with sugar, and a glass of artificial fruit punch to go with it, ended only moments before. Your innocent, sweet, calm, calm and collected children have moved into the wreck room and are sitting on the couch watching their favorite TV show, laughing and playing happily together. While you are there observing your delicious bundles of joy, you cannot deny the feelings of love that invade you. You are so delighted to have created these little sacred terrors, I mean precious beings! It’s so sweet it’s a Kodak moment!
BUT you better put on your joggers to run fast towards the camera because in a matter of seconds your beautiful and precious children will have transformed into her and him heck! What was once a beautiful Kodak moment has now been transformed into a hellish nightmare of screaming and screaming, children jumping from one sofa to another, their ears startled with high-pitched screams of pain as their eyes witness a strand of hair flying away. Then a shock, with a smile and no feeling “Sorry mom, I broke your favorite lamp!” As this adorable little boy flies through the air once again!
And just think, a few moments ago you were thinking how cute they were and how you should probably give them another brother! But because of what you are witnessing, the impulsive thinking has faded! Now you hear yourself screaming: “I brought you into this world, I can get you out!”
Okay, maybe you didn’t say it, but we all know you were certainly thinking it! … end of scene.
So what causes fluctuation in our children’s behavior?
Today, we will see his diet. This article will focus on some dietary interventions for Indigo / ADD / ADHD children. These children are very sensitive people, they are sensitive to their environment, the clothes they can wear and the food they eat. For children (and adults) to focus, they need nutritious foods that improve their energy and concentration. Most children start the day with simple carbohydrates like waffles, muffins, donuts, pop-tarts, bagels, cinnamon rolls, and sugary cereals. (By the way, these products usually contain MSG. A small addictive additive that no one should consume! But that’s another article).
It is no wonder that most children behave like crazy and cannot concentrate in the classroom! They are bouncing from one end of the spectrum, high blood sugar levels, to the opposite end of the spectrum, below normal blood sugar levels. This can be seen in their behavior. Simple sugars or simple carbohydrates stimulate the pancreas to secrete higher levels of insulin into the bloodstream, causing rapid absorption of sugar into cells. This is the effect we refer to as a “sugar rush.” Consuming simple sugars can contribute to your behavioral ups and downs, including anger, distraction, aggression, impulsivity, hyperactivity, etc. to the opposite extreme of feeling spaced out, tired, confused and inattentive. Hmm? I wonder if a change in diet is better than drugging our children with Ritalin. I’m here to say YES it is!
Dr. Allen Buresz – “In 1996, the World Health Organization warned that the excessive use of Ritalin has reached dangerous proportions. Hopefully, with the correct information, you will be able to avoid the use of Ritalin or other similar medications. of these drugs on a long-term basis is questionable. The safety of such long-term use is simply unknown, but many dangerous side effects have been on the rise. Ritalin, for example, can cause seizures and suppress growth, or it can cause angina, changes in blood pressure, depression, or any of a very long list of serious side effects. “
Dr. Robert Mendelsohn MD – “No one has been able to show that drugs like Cylert and Ritalin improve the academic performance of children who take them … The student is drugged to make life easier for his teacher (and some parents) no to make it better and more productive for the child. “
I believe that food can be used as medicine and that our diet is very important! It is good for the body and mind to avoid eating simple carbohydrates, anything made from refined or white flour, such as pasta, bagels, white bread, and cereals. Stop eating chemically harmful prepackaged and processed foods. Do you know what’s in them? It is imperative that you start reading the labels of the foods you are feeding yourself and your children. I know, now you’re thinking, great, so what do we eat? Well, we go back to eating like we did before we went shopping: organic and natural! There is likely an organic store in your area. Larger supermarket chains usually have a “small” section for organic products. You can also grow your own fruits and vegetables! Start your own garden outside or buy flower pots and place them on your window sills.
Taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement is also important, but watch out for dyes! Omega-3 oils, specifically fish oil, is probably the most important nutrient an indigo / ADD / ADHD child can take. Dr. Stoll’s book The Omega-3 Connection is highly recommended reading! A Purdue University study showed that children low in omega-3 essential fatty acids are significantly more likely to be hyperactive, have learning disabilities, and have behavior problems. Omega-3 deficiencies have also been linked to dyslexia, violence, depression, memory problems, weight gain, cancer, heart disease, eczema, allergies, inflammatory diseases, arthritis, diabetes and many other conditions.
Here are some food options to implement in your home. This change that takes place within your family unit is a lifestyle change. You must do your part, if your child cannot eat something, your whole family must make the decision that they cannot either. This will support your child in a very loving way rather than make him feel like he is being punished. If your child feels food is being held back from him because he watches him eat it, he will sneak it behind his back. How can you tell a child that something is not good for him and you eat it? You MUST lead by example, especially with these kids!
The first most important substance that is required for the human body is water. Pure and natural water and lots of it! Nutritionists recommend a minimum of 8 eight-ounce glasses a day, more if you’re active. That doesn’t mean you can have eight cups of coffee (for adults) or eight glasses of artificial juice and say it’s made with water, so I got my intake. Wrong! Pure water. Easy. There’s no way to avoid it! It is best to avoid substances that dehydrate the body, such as caffeine and alcohol. If you consume dehydrating products, you need to consume even more water to flush out toxins!
The diet will consist of protein, complex carbohydrates, and fat. It is important to eat about every 2 to 3 hours, up to 3 hours before bedtime. This equates to eating about 6 times a day. Yes, I know this sounds like a lot, but it’s not really because of the small portion sizes. When meals are eaten this way, it actually increases your metabolism, so you will burn more fat! Your body is kept fueled with the proper nutrients and never gets a chance to go into starvation mode where it actually stores fat and begins to cannibalize itself by eating muscle for energy!
It is also important for your child to exercise daily. This is increasingly rare with all the new technological advances that are being made. Children learn by example. If you don’t exercise, in most cases neither will they. Start biking with them, or walking, swimming, rollerblading, etc. Make it fun! Life has gotten too serious. It’s time to slow down and enjoy your kids. They are only with you for a short time. Enjoy it while you can, you only have a few years to make a big impression as a parent. Always remember that what you teach your children, your children will teach their children!
Each meal will consist of a protein, a complex carbohydrate, and a vegetable. Eating this way requires discipline and planning ahead of time. Precooking and prepacking for a few days really helps cut down on time in the kitchen. The serving size for each will be the size of your palm. Example: You selected a piece of chicken for a meal, if you were to place the piece of chicken in your hand, it will not be larger than the size of your palm. The following lists are helpful little tools to get you started. They are by no means the only things you can eat!
Healthier quality of protein: The first two listed are the best options (in my opinion) the following if you must consume animal products. If your child refuses to eat, don’t force it! There are many other foods available that can provide the necessary daily protein intake.
o Protein powder
o Soy-based products
o Egg whites or substitutes
o Low-fat cottage cheese
o Chicken
or Turkey
or Tuna
or salmon
or Orange Roughy
or haddock
or crab
or Lobster
or Shrimp
o Lean Ground Beef
The Healthiest Quality of Carbs: ORGANIC products are the best and really should be considered! Don’t load them with saturated fat!
or baked potato
or sweet potato
or yam
o Steamed brown rice
o Steamed wild rice
or oatmeal
or barley
o Beans
o Whole wheat bread
o Whole grains
o Corn
o Strawberries
or melon
or apple
or orange
or Pears
or Kiwi
The Healthiest Quality of Vegetables: ORGANIC products are the best and really should be considered! Don’t load them with saturated fat!
or Broccoli
or asparagus
or lettuce
or carrots
or cauliflower
o Green Beans
or green peppers
o Mushrooms
or spinach
or Tomato
o Peas
o Brussels sprouts
or Cabbage
o Artichoke
or Celery
or Zucchini
or Cucumber
The healthiest quality of fats:
Despite popular beliefs, not all fats are bad. Saturated fats are bad, while unsaturated fats, in moderate amounts, can be good for you. For example, one of the reasons fish is such a healthy food is because it contains essential fatty acids.
o Safflower oil
or sesame oil
o Avocados
You are the guardian of your son’s land, change his diet and watch him flourish in every area of his life instead of poisoning him with drugs. It’s time to take control of our lives and get back to basics. Eat as naturally as possible. You can find all kinds of great books there with very healthy recipes. Do some research, your kids are worth it!
IMPORTANT: Use this information at your own risk. This information should not be used in lieu of appropriate medical advice. If there are problems, always consult your doctor.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me at [email protected]. For more healing articles and tools, visit my website. As always, keep smiling and play with love!