Other somatic indicators

Gluten allergies to wheat, barley, rye and oat products are very common and lead to bloating and an auto-immune reaction known as coeliac disease (see Inflammatory Bowel Disease). Studies show that 1 in 33 of us may be susceptible. Others indicate that the incidence of gluten/gliaden intolerance may be as high as 1 in 10. The unmanageable, sticky gluten protein can disrupt the lining of the intestinal wall, destroying villi which absorb nutrients, and allow the permeation of food particles and toxins through the intestinal wall and into the bloodstream. Resultant immune system reactions to this range from self-poisoning conditions, such as chronic fatigue syndrome and leaky gut syndrome through to the symptoms listed earlier.

In 1975, Dr Ben Feingold reported successful treatment of ADD by removing chemical additives, dyes from the diet, as well as foods containing salicylates, coffee, tea, as well as some fruits, nuts and berries. Sensitivity, even to some natural foods, is believed to be the result of auto-immune reactions to known chemical antagonists found in processed problem foods, such as junk foods, pizzas, sweets, candy, sodas and their ‘diet’ equivalents. Dr Schoenthaler found an empirical connection between sugar/junk food intake and anti-social and criminal behaviour. Other problem foods connected with ADD/ADHD may involve eggs, chocolate, rape oil (canola) and unfermented soy food derivatives (soya ‘milk’ and meat substitute foods) 

Nutritional versus drug approach

The optimal approach to helping a child, or indeed any adult, with hyperactivity problems involves a strategy which tackles all the above factors. But first, let’s see whether true hyperactivity exists by asking some interesting questions:


1)Is the child really hyperactive, or is this a simple case of ‘a kid just being a kid’?

2) Was the ‘hyperactivity’ label put on your child by a teacher who simply cannot keep control of their classroom, and so the children took advantage of the uncontrolled environment?

3) Is the school your child attends part of a grant system where it can earn money from the government for every child given a ‘mental illness’ label?

4) Do YOU, as a parent, think there is anything wrong with your child?

To me, the parent is sovereign over their children in spite of the steadily encroaching nanny state, and yet many mothers, who unwittingly assume the role of the family nutritionist, tacitly allow their children to wander aimlessly through a nutrient-deficient and chemical minefield with the diets they consume today. Many parents also, cramming white bread, biscuits, doughnuts, hot dogs and pizza down the throats of their co-operative brood, still believe the old adage that if the kids are ‘full’, they have eaten well. As this book demonstrates, bad food always has consequences.

One of the first measures recommended by specialists like Dr Pfeiffer and nutrition expert Patrick Holford, founder of London’s Institute of Optimum Nutrition (ION), is to have a problem child undergo a full medical examination. Pinpointing problem foods and chemicals in the early stages precludes the need for a trial and error approach with diet. Removal of potentially harmful foodstuffs from the diet for a period of time (60 days) will highlight whether these food(s) are the ‘trigger’ for any food sensitivity problems.

ADD/ADHD – the nutritional approach

There are a number of well-designed studies showing the efficacy of nutritional supplementation for learning and hyperactive disabilities. There is also abundant evidence for the addictive and psychological damage drugs prescribed to children can do, with little appreciable upside, save that of altering the child’s behaviour, or, in the case of Prozac, drugging the patient so they cannot remember what they were worried about in the first place. Yet the American Academy of Pediatrics overwhelming endorses the use of these drugs as first resort for ADD/ADHD conditions. There is not one mention of nutrition in the American Academy of Pediatrics position paper on ADHD. In 1995, the AAP did produce a video on nutrition however. It was funded by the Sugar Association and the Meat Board.

The title of a fact sheet promoted by the American Dietetic Association, focussing on ADHD, is “Questions Most Frequently Asked About Hyperactivity”. The fact sheet asks two questions: “ Is there a dietary relationship to hyperactivity?” and “Should I restrict certain foods from my child’s diet?” These were answered with the same word – “ No.” The source quoted for the fact sheet is The Sugar Association (again), which also produced its own consumer guidelines, including the laughably asinine statement: “Sugar has a mildly quieting effect on some children.”  

Researcher Egger showed that 79% of hyperactive children improved when artificial colourings, flavourings and sugar were eliminated from their diet. In fact 48 different foods were found to be allergy-positive, producing medical symptoms among the children tested. For example, 64% reacted to cow’s milk, 59% to chocolate, 49% to wheat and gluten-bearing products, 45% to oranges, 39% to eggs, 32% to peanuts and 16% to sugar. Researcher Schoenthaler’s immense work in this area indicated that 47% of his juvenile delinquent subjects noticeably improved their problem behaviour (theft, insubordination, violence, hyperactivity, suicide attempts, etc.) when artificial colourings, flavourings and sugar were eliminated from their diet (see Criminal Violence).

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Dr Carl Pfeiffer and Patrick Holford recommend the following dietary changes for those diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. In addition, I have added further protocols that will benefit the child immensely. This routine is also great for teenagers and adults experiencing behavioural problems. Please note that a qualified health practitioner should supervise each individual case to ensure protocols and safety measures are observed. Patients MUST NEVER discontinue any psychiatric medications unsupervised:

• DIET: COMMENCE THE FOOD FOR THOUGHT LIFESTYLE REGIMEN

• HYDRATION: The child should commence drinking half their body weight in ounces of water a day. e.g. a 100 lb child should be consuming 50 0z of water a day (approx 6 x 8 oz glasses). Half a teaspoon of organic Himalayan salt should be consumed per 10 glasses of water.

• DIET: Eliminate chemical additives

• DIET: Discontinue junk foods, especially sodas and other chemically-laden, high-street food attractions

• DIET: Avoid sugar, refined flour and polished (white) rice

• DIET: Avoid pork, aspartame, saccharin, synthetic/fake fats, sweets/candy and fluoridated water

• DIET: Eat good quality fish, rich in oils

• DIET: Ensure that 70% of the diet comprises high-water-content, high fibre, living, whole organic foods

• DIET: Drink 3-4 pints of clean, non-chlorinated, non-fluoridated water a day

• DETOXIFICATION: Test for and detoxify toxic elements

• RESTORE NUTRIENT BALANCE: COMMENCE THE BASIC SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM, ensuring:

• Flax seed oil, 1 tbsp per day

• B-complex (inc. B1, B3, B5, B6), calcium, magnesium, zinc and other key nutrients

• PREVENTION: ENSURE ADEQUATE EXERCISE to burn off excess energy

• PREVENTION: Avoid foods that may contribute to allergies. These are typically wheat, dairy, sugar, eggs, oranges and chocolate

• PREVENTION: Examine and evaluate high lead levels in the child’s environment, together with any other chemical factors which may be relevant

• PREVENTION: Watch for somatic, allergic reactions in the child, including bloating or irregular bowel movements, excessive mucus, ear infections, skin rashes, facial swelling, tonsillitis, discolouration around the eyes, bloating and digestive problems, bad breath, bedwetting, eczema and asthma

• TIP: Apply a firm but loving discipline to the child

• TIP: Ensure that the child is co-operative with dietary changes. Sometimes this is not easy. Ensure consistency in applying dietary amendments. Discontinuing psychiatric drugs may be considered by a qualified health practitioner familiar with an orthomolecular (nutritional) approach to these conditions. Discontinuing psychiatric medication must never be undertaken without professional supervision.

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Source: campaignfortruth.org

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