Question
What should be noted in terms of diet when a child is diagnosed with ADHD?
Answer
The occurrence of childhood ADHD is related to the intake of amino acids in the diet. Certain foods such as pork, fish slices, and clams, which are rich in tyrosine or tryptophan, may be associated with ADHD. Additionally, some studies suggest that the consumption of excessive amounts of sugars and sweets by children may also be related to the occurrence of ADHD. Excessive sugar intake may lead to abnormal functioning of the body’s secretion system, increasing the risk of developing ADHD.