The Problem of ADD/ADHD Misdiagnosis (1): Why it Happens
Being diagnosed with ADD/ADHD can be one of the most life changing experiences imaginable. This is because this diagnosis will often lead to some very radical interventions (with medication on top of the list) being suggested as ways of managing the condition. Most people meekly accept this diagnosis and, with it, the costly and severe […]
Artificial Sweeteners: The answer to the ‘Blood Sugar Rollercoaster’?
Over the past few weeks I profiled some of the risks associated with the ‘blood sugar rollercoaster’. I pointed out that wild fluctuations in blood sugar levels can have profound effects on brain function and that any person dealing with the effects of ADD/ADHD should take proactive steps to avoid the dangerous ‘spike – trough’ […]
Some hard facts about soft drinks
Over the past few weeks we looked at the importance of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels and also at different ways of doing so. One of the lists of specific suggestions that I shared with you contained a recommendation that is so important that it actually deserves to be treated in much more depth. That […]
Beating Sugar Cravings (Part 2)
Most of us know only too well how a sugar craving feels. It usually presents itself as an overwhelming urge to eat some sugary food…and fast! This is normally followed by an all too brief period of elation which inevitably leads into feelings of regret and even despair. Conquering this vicious cycle is not easy […]
Beating Sugar Cravings (Part 1)
Over the past few weeks I have often referred to the ‘blood sugar rollercoaster’ as we discussed the importance of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. One of the features of this rollercoaster is the intense cravings for a ‘sugar fix’ that often accompanies it. Giving in to these cravings can be the start of a […]
Maintaining Balanced Blood Sugar Levels
Last week we discussed the role of the Glycemic Index (GI) in maintaining blood sugar at healthy levels. The bottom line of that discussion was that our diets should be filled with foods with a low value on the Glycemic Index as the energy in these foods will take much longer to be released into […]
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This page lists all the special reports that are available to members. There will be 2 special reports added every single week!
Why Should I Bother Changing My Diet?
Once you have learned that you or your child has ADD/ADHD, you will need to research treatment alternatives. Nearly all of us have heard of the various drugs used to treat your brain’s chemistry. In fact, a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD has become a real trend in the past few years, possibly resulting in many erroneous […]
How Carbohydrates Affect Blood Sugar Levels
Last week we had a general discussion on the topic of blood sugar. One of the main things that came out of this discussion was the fact that abnormal (either too high or too low) levels of glucose in the bloodstream can have very serious consequences in terms of general health and wellbeing. For the […]
Getting Off the Rollercoaster – Managing Blood Sugar Levels
Over the past few weeks we had a general look at how the different food types affect brain function. Much of what was discussed confirmed that the old saying ‘You are what you eat!’ is perhaps more true than most people realize! The brain is the nerve centre of the body and determines our actions, […]
