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Home remedies for ADHD, or Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, help in reducing this common phenomenon seen in children all over the world. The home remedies for this dysfunction include fish oil, water, flaxseed, caffeine, centella asiatica, green oats, panax ginseng, boron, lemon, evening primrose, passion flower and skullcap.
Home remedies for ADHD are recommended for children, who possess impaired functioning and behavior of children in home, society and school. The National Institute of Mental Health has given the figures that 3% to 5% of children suffer from ADHD. This disorder might have an influence in their relationships with peers. Though the exact cause for this condition is not fully understood, it is considered that the deficiency of one or more chemicals in the nervous system can lead to this mental condition. If left untreated, it can extend to adulthood and can have serious consequences.
Though ADHD requires comprehensive treatment, there are some effective home remedies as well that are found to be effective in dealing with this disease condition. Some of the home remedies for ADHD in use include the following:
- Fish Oil: Fish and fish oil contain large quantities of Omega-3 oils, which is an essential nutrient for children.
- Water: Drink lots of water in place of soda, milk or fruit juices. Make water as the primary beverage and it will bring a positive change in the attitude of the kid.
- Flaxseed: Include flaxseed oil or seed in your child’s diet as it is thought to influence ADHD.
- Caffeine: Caffeine, the stimulant present in coffee, is found to be effective in many cases just like the prescription drug of Ritalin. Taking coffee is an easy yet effective home remedy that can be tested out at home.
- Centella Asiatica: This herb can reduce the anxiety levels apart from sharpening memory and brain function, by stimulating the blood flow to the brain and improving the overall blood circulation. This herb belonging to Asia has tranquilizing and anti-stress effects, which can improve concentration and enhance mental agility. This herb is popularly used to fight memory loss and fatigue.
- Green Oats: It is an effective home remedy for ADHD as it can soothe the brain and the nerves and systematic use of this herb is found to be beneficial in kids suffering from this mental condition.
- Panax Ginseng: This herb of Chinese origin can bolster the immunity of the body, reduce stress and fatigue and can normalize body functions. It can also enhance confidence and motivation, which would have a positive impact in people suffering from ADHD. The study conducted by Oceanside Functional Medicine Research Institute, Nanaimo, BC has positively reviewed Panax for treating ADHD.
- Cut Down on Sugars: Reduce the intake of sugar and grains in your daily diet as it can shoot up the insulin level in blood.
- Boron: Boron is an essential element that ensures the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system. Including sufficient quality of Boron in the daily diet would be effective in dealing with ADHD.
- Fresh Lemon Balm: Also known as Melissa Officinals, this aromatic herb is used in the treatment for various undesirable conditions, including nervous problems and insomnia among others.
- Evening Primrose Oil: It is thought to have an influence on the memory and perception levels. For desired results, long term use might be required in some cases.
- Passion Flower: This herb is used commonly as a sedative in the treatment of insomnia, which ensures a good rest without a heavy sedated effect. It is an antispasmodic, which is useful in the management of Parkinson's disease, seizures and hysteria, which involves much spasmodic activity. It has various active ingredients that are beneficial for the brain and nervous system.
- Skullcap: This herb calms down the nervous and muscular systems and ensures normal body functioning. It can control nervous irritability and muscular coordination and is widely used to induce sleep as it gives complete rest. Typically this herb is used for many conditions such as neuralgia, insomnia, headaches, nervous disorders excitability and restlessness amongst others.
Take Your Doctor’s Advice
Though the above information might be useful in knowing about the various home remedies that are available for ADD, before opting for any of these, it is better to seek your doctor’s advice.
This article is contributed by Seema Adnani
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References: Oceanside Functional Medicine Research Institute and National Institute of Mental Health
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