what diet is best for behaviour problems?

Question

childrens behaviour

Answer 1

Definitely get them into bottled water rather than fizzy drinks. They might not take to this so flavoured water. ( i personal advise agaist anything with phenylalanine in it , at all ).
I think that you will have to focus on individuals , rather than generalising.We are each of us unique. Educating the child is vital. If you can break things down to their level so that they understand ,and see the importance of eating healthily for themselves. Yuo can point out all the bad examples , of what happens by not having an orderly , stuctured eating pattern.( but you must consider what you say very carefully. ) you must always ask them questions to draw them out and determine from their answers whether the child truly understands or not.

Answer 2

The problem with problems is that they are problematic. Other than that, problems are no problem at all. So the first step is to remove the negative connotation from the mix. A problem is only a 'problem' if someone has a problem with it. That tends to bring emotions to the table. Now, let's step aside and look at this objectively. You know a child who's behavior does not meet with your approval. I would like to think that the child's behavior is not in the child's best interest and therefore, since your concern is for the child, you disapprove. However, more often than not a child's behavior can be frustrating at the very least. Certainly it is in the child's best interest to have a calm and supportive adult at the helm. Thus you need to find a balance between the two. The nest tidbit of information we can glean from your question is that you would like to adjust someones diet for maximum benefit regarding said behavior. I could not help but smile at some of the other answers posted as literal responses to the phrasing of your question. I will assume you do not want to exacerbate the behavior or your response to it. Diet may have substantial effect on a child's moods throughout the day and you should consult an expert whether that be a grandparent or a doctor or other parents who have or had similar behavioral issues. Suffice to say, nix the junk food, soda etc. The same goes for your diet. And one more thing....turn off the TV. Exercise. Nothing solves behavioral issues better than a nap for both of you after a busy morning.

Answer 3

There have been quite a few scientifically proven studies in favour of Omega 3 fish oils recently - calming down hyperactive children and giving much increased attention spans at school. You get it naturally in oily fish such as salmon, kippers, etc, - or easily in the form of omega 3 fish oil capsules. They are also good at fighting off depression in adults - and also help in the development of strong teeth and bones, and assist with joint problems. Definitely worth a go - and you won't have anything to lose. Good luck!

Answer 4

I have heard Gluten free/Casein free is best for behavior as well as other things like speech. It is very expensive but a friend of mine says it is well worth it. Sometimes insurance will cover a special diet if prescribed by a doctor.

Answer 5

Cut out the refined sugar and caffeine (colas, junk food, sweets, white bread). Don't deprive your kids of things; simply substitute with fresh or cooked fruits, lo-sugar cereals topped with fruit, and sweetned with honey, fresh and cooked veggies and protein (meat, cheese, yogurt with low sugar, milk). Try to have regular and frequent mealtimes and snack times, not too much at one sitting, to keep energy levels steady. That and plenty of exercise in fresh air and regular bedtimes should help. Kids crave and need structure.

Answer 6

Plenty of Red Bull, sugary drinks, sweets, fatty foods, plenty of red meat, no veg, coffee.

Oh, and plenty of late night TV, video games and take aways. That'll give you plenty of behaviour problems.

Answer 7

A natural diet - ie cut out artificial additives/colourants, provide homemade foods - not prepacked cr*p that is full of rubbish and supplement with Omega 3 - it worked for us!

Answer 8

No pork, reduce or eliminate caffeine and sugar. Possibly if veg. diet doesnt work, give lamb meat. I dont know about growing children; if meat is essential to growth or not

Answer 9

I prefer to whoop-*** diet. Open up a can as need.

Answer 10

lots of blue smarties
or it would have been before they got rid of them
coke and coffee and sugar should send them hypo enough
lol