Four ways diet could help reduce ADHD symptoms in children

Children with low adherence to the diet were seven times more likely to have ADHD than children who stuck to it, the study found. According to the American Psychological Association subcommittee, children with ADHD are encouraged to consume levels of omega-3 fatty acids as part of a healthy diet. A low-sugar, whole food diet supports a healthy community of gut bacterial, which may lead to improved brain function and mood. Omega-6 fatty acids (especially linoleic acid) is obtained primarily from vegetable oils. The better these messengers are fed, the more efficiently and accurately they deliver messages, allowing children with ADHD to be alert and focused.

Could diet help slow symptoms of multiple sclerosis?

Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss a cutting edge, but low-tech attempt to slow the symptoms. MS affects about 400,000 people in the United States. July 24, 2017, 8:16 AM | In our morning rounds, a new approach to fight multiple sclerosis -- a disease where the body attacks its own central nervous system. It is two to three times more common among women. Current treatments may have severe side effects, and there is no cure.


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