Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is primarily seen in young children. They have difficulty sitting calmly or following instructions. They are fidgety, unable to listen, sit still or focus on progressive tasks and interrupt others. This type of hyperactive behavior, though appreciated in bumblebees does not bode well for school age children.
What is the treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? balance the Vata dosha. Here are some simple but effective ways using diet and lifestyle changes to help your child become more centered, self directed and peaceful.
Diet:
* Replace sugar filled, processed foods with whole grains: bread, quinoa, rice, amaranth, whole wheat pasta etc.
* Root, squashes, pumpkins, zucchini, and okra, are more grounding vegetables than raw leafy vegetables.
* Replace cold fruit juices with fresh fruits.
* Serve your family unsalted nuts rather than candies.
* Warm foods will make them feel grounded more than cold refrigerated foods.
* A piece of pie will be a better choice than a scoop of cold ice cream.
* Eat meals at the dining table rather than in front of the TV. Stimulation while eating can disturb digestion and assimilation.
Lifestyle:
* Massage kids from head to toes with warm sesame oil 2-3 times a week. Leave the oil on for 20-30 minutes and follow with a warm bath. This is also great bonding time.
* Put 5 drops of sesame oil in both ears daily if you are able
* Massage inside the nostrils with brahmi oil.
* Do some fun activities sitting down - drawing, painting, and coloring during some part of the day.
* Do alternate nostril Pranayama (Nadi Shodhanam) in their presence. Kids always like to mimic adults.
* Do some yoga poses and don’t forget to end with Shavasana (laying down face up). You will be surprised to see your children lying down peacefully.
* Herbs such as Brahmi, Shankhapushpi and Jatamansi are nerve tonics and help to calm the mind down. Herbs like triphala or Haritaki help improve elimination and feel calm. Go to Kerala Ayurveda for these and other healing herbs.
* Paint the bedroom with calming colors like blue or green.
* Let them listen to tranquil music at bed time.
* Keep the temperature in the bedroom warm.
* Always protect their head and ears- from cold air.
* Limit TV time and Video games. (You may have to limit your TV watching time too Children don’t do what you tell them to do, they do what you do.
* Let them play outdoors rather than sitting in front of a TV
What is the treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? balance the Vata dosha. Here are some simple but effective ways using diet and lifestyle changes to help your child become more centered, self directed and peaceful.
Diet:
* Replace sugar filled, processed foods with whole grains: bread, quinoa, rice, amaranth, whole wheat pasta etc.
* Root, squashes, pumpkins, zucchini, and okra, are more grounding vegetables than raw leafy vegetables.
* Replace cold fruit juices with fresh fruits.
* Serve your family unsalted nuts rather than candies.
* Warm foods will make them feel grounded more than cold refrigerated foods.
* A piece of pie will be a better choice than a scoop of cold ice cream.
* Eat meals at the dining table rather than in front of the TV. Stimulation while eating can disturb digestion and assimilation.
Lifestyle:
* Massage kids from head to toes with warm sesame oil 2-3 times a week. Leave the oil on for 20-30 minutes and follow with a warm bath. This is also great bonding time.
* Put 5 drops of sesame oil in both ears daily if you are able
* Massage inside the nostrils with brahmi oil.
* Do some fun activities sitting down - drawing, painting, and coloring during some part of the day.
* Do alternate nostril Pranayama (Nadi Shodhanam) in their presence. Kids always like to mimic adults.
* Do some yoga poses and don’t forget to end with Shavasana (laying down face up). You will be surprised to see your children lying down peacefully.
* Herbs such as Brahmi, Shankhapushpi and Jatamansi are nerve tonics and help to calm the mind down. Herbs like triphala or Haritaki help improve elimination and feel calm. Go to Kerala Ayurveda for these and other healing herbs.
* Paint the bedroom with calming colors like blue or green.
* Let them listen to tranquil music at bed time.
* Keep the temperature in the bedroom warm.
* Always protect their head and ears- from cold air.
* Limit TV time and Video games. (You may have to limit your TV watching time too Children don’t do what you tell them to do, they do what you do.
* Let them play outdoors rather than sitting in front of a TV
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