ADD/ADHD

Some people with ADD/ADHD have fewer symptoms as they age, but some adults continue to have major symptoms that interfere with daily functioning. In adults, the main features of ADHD may include difficulty paying attention, impulsiveness and restlessness. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.

Many adults with ADHD are not aware they have it — they just know that everyday tasks can be a challenge. Adults with ADHD may find it difficult to focus and prioritize, leading to missed deadlines and forgotten meetings or social plans. The inability to control impulses can range from impatience waiting in line or driving in traffic to mood swings and outbursts of anger.

• Impulsiveness
• Disorganization and problems prioritizing
• Poor time management skills
• Problems focusing on a task
• Trouble multitasking
• Excessive activity or restlessness
• Poor planning
• Low frustration tolerance
• Frequent mood swings
• Problems following through and completing tasks
• Hot temper
• Trouble coping with stress

• Food Intolerances
• Vaccination Disturbances
• Nutritional Deficiencies
• Genetics - Changes in dozens of genes have been associated with ADHD. Many gene variations, most of which have not been identified, are thought to affect the risk of developing ADHD. Because they are common in many populations worldwide, not all people with these gene variations will have the condition. Many of the gene variations have only a small effect, and most people with ADHD are thought to have numerous associated gene variations. These variations also combine with environmental risk factors to determine an individual's risk of developing this complex condition. Environmental risk factors that may contribute to the development of ADHD include complications during pregnancy and delivery and exposure to heavy metals such as lead. It is unclear how genetic and environmental factors influence each other to contribute to ADHD.

Less commonly, ADHD is caused by rare gene mutations or chromosome abnormalities. In these instances, ADHD is usually one of several features of a syndrome that affects multiple parts of the body.

In most individuals with ADHD caused by rare gene mutations, a mutation in a single gene is enough to cause the disorder.

The genes associated with ADHD are thought to be involved in the development of the brain. The various proteins produced from these genes affect multiple aspects of brain development, including production, growth, or organization of nerve cells (neurons). Other genes associated with ADHD provide instructions for proteins that are important for communication between neurons. Some of these proteins help produce or control the chemicals that relay communication signals between neurons (neurotransmitters). Other proteins have roles at the connections between neurons (synapses) where this communication takes place.

The specific ways that changes in associated genes are involved in the development of ADHD are unknown. Research has found that people with ADHD often have low levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which has many important functions, including having complex roles in thought (cognition), motivation, behavior, and control of movement. Certain layers of the brain may also develop somewhat differently than usual in people with ADHD.

• Calcium and magnesium: Has a calming effect. Take as directed on label, at bedtime. Do not exceed 2,000 mg of calcium and 350 mg of magnesium daily.
• NS Omega Complete Provides essential fatty acids and helps to maintain eye and brain function. Restores proper fatty acid balance. Take 1-3 capsules daily.
• Gamma-amino-butyric acid (GABA): Calms the body much in the same way as some tranquilizers, without side effects or danger of addiction. Take 750 mg daily.
• Multivitamin and mineral complex: All nutrients are needed for equilibrium within the body. Use a liquid form for best absorption. Take as directed on label.
• Pycnogenol or grape seed extract (NS Grape Seed Extract): Powerful antioxidants offering cellular protection for the body and brain. Take 2-6 Capsules daily.
• Quercetin(BL Inflam Redux2): Prevents allergies from aggravating symptoms. Take as directed on label.
• S-adenosyl-methionine (SAMe): Aids in relieving stress and depression. Caution: Do not use if you have bipolar mood disorder or take prescription antidepressants. Do not give to a child under twelve. Take as directed on label.

HELPFUL:

• Acetylcholine: Can improve memory and ability to pay attention. Take as directed on label.
• Dimethylamino-ethanol (DMAE) (NS MEMORY): Aids in concentration by improving nerve impulse transmission in the brain. May also produce antidepressant effects. Caution: This supplement should be used by adults only. Do not give to a child. Take as directed on label.
• L-cysteine: Take this amino acid if a hair analysis reveals high levels of metals. Take as directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg vitamin B6 and 100 mg vitamin C for better absorption.
• Phosphatidyl serine: May aid in balancing neurotransmitters in the brain; also may alleviate depression. 
• Vitamin C with bioflavonoids (NS Liposomal Vitamin C): An anti-stress vitamin. Adults and children over twelve: take 1,000 mg twice daily. Children twelve and younger: take 100 mg 3 times daily.
• Zinc: Many ADHD children are zinc-deficient. Zinc is important for metabolism of relevant neurotransmitters, fatty acids, and melatonin, and indirectly affects dopamine metabolism, which is thought to be involved with ADHD. Take in addition to the multivitamin and mineral complex. Take as directed on label, do not exceed a total of 40 mg daily (or, for children, the appropriate fraction of 40 mg daily) from all supplements.

• BL Inflam Redux2
• BL Peace & Calming
• EQ ADD HP
• EQ Additivestat
• EQ Anxiety HP
• EQ GABA
• EQ Gotacom
• EQ Histastat Food
• EQ Metalstat
• EQ Miasm Detox (Psora, Syphilitic, Sycosis)
• EQ Neurotransmitter Pro
• EQ Relaxatone
• NS Aquamax
• NS Choline & Inositol
• NS Focus & Relax
• NS Grape Seed Extract
• NS Liposomal Vitamin C
• NS Liquid Life
• NS Memory
• NS Omega Complete
• NS St. John’s Wort
• NS Valerian

• Eat high-quality calories, but not too many
• The quality of your food affects how the brain and the body work. Try to eat high-quality food, and be careful with calories
• Drink plenty of water
• Eat high-quality, lean protein
• Eat smart carbs
• Eat carbohydrates that do not spike blood sugar and are high in fiber, such as those found in vegetables and fruits, like blueberries and apples
• Focus on healthy fats

Herbs and spices, good home remedies to use when cooking:

• Turmeric, found in curry, contains a chemical that has been shown to decrease the plaque in the brain
• Saffron extract was found to be as effective as antidepressant medication
• Scientific evidence has shown that rosemary, thyme, and sage help boost memory
• Cinnamon has been shown to help improve attention and blood sugar regulation. It is high in antioxidants and is a natural aphrodisiac
• Garlic and oregano boost blood flow to the brain
• The hot spicy taste of ginger, cayenne, and black pepper comes from gingerols, capsaicin, and piperine, compounds that help boost metabolism

Eliminate problem foods:

• If you’re having trouble with focus, mood, energy, memory, weight, blood sugar, or blood pressure, eliminate the foods that might be causing trouble, especially wheat and any other gluten-containing grain or food, dairy, soy, and corn.

The Super Green Monster:

Ingredients:

•  2 green apples
• 1 cucumber
• 2 stalks of celery
• 1 cup spinach
• 1/2 lemon
• 1/2-inch ginger root

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a juicer and juice.
• Serve chilled over ice if desired.

The Just Beet It:

Ingredients:

• 2 oranges

• 1 cup blueberries

• 1 beet
• 1/2 cucumber

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a juicer and juice.

The Swiss Squad Detox:

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of Swiss chard and stems

• 2 cups of kale, spinach, or a combo of both
• 2 pears
• 2 cups strawberries
• 1 lemon (helps cleanse the body)
• 2 red apples

Directions:

• Load greens into juicer and juice.
• Combine rest of ingredients into juicer and juice.
• Pour into glasses and serve.

• Malachite Crystal
• Quartz Crystal
• Smoky Quartz Crystal
• Hematite Crystal
• Tiger Eye Crystal

• Ginkgo Biloba
• Brahmi
• Green Oats
• Ginseng
• Pine Bark Exteact
• Gota Kola
• Juniper

• Aconite
• Anacardium
• Argentum Nitricum
• Aranea Ixabola
• Arnica
• Aurum Metallicum
• Baryta Carbonica
• Baryta Iodatum
• Belladonna
• Bismuthum Subnitricum
• Bufo
• Calcarea Bromatum
• Calcarea Carb
• Calcarea Phosphorica
• Cannabis Indica
• Capsicum
• Carcinosinum
• Chamomilla
• Cina
• Colocynthis
• Cornus
• Circinatus
• Crotalus Horridus
• Cuprum Metallicum
• Ferrum Metallicum

• Gallic Acidum
• Helleborus
• Hyoscyamus
• Kali Bromatum
• Lachesis
• Lycopodium
• Lyssinum
• Mancinella
• Medorrhinum
• Natrum
• Muriaticum
• Natrum Sulphuricum
• Nux Moschata
• Opium
• Phosphorus
• Platina
• Scorpion
• Stramonium
• Sulphur
• Tarentula Hispania
• Tuberculinum
• Tuberculinum Aviare
• Veratrum Album
• Zincum Metallicum.

ADHD affects not only a child’s ability to pay attention or sit still at school, it also affects relationships with family and other children. Children with ADHD often show behaviors that can be very disruptive to others. Behavior therapy is a treatment option that can help reduce these behaviors; it is often helpful to start behavior therapy as soon as a diagnosis is made.

The following are suggestions that may help with your child’s behavior:

• Create a routine. Try to follow the same schedule every day, from wake-up time to bedtime.
• Get organized. Encourage your child to put schoolbags, clothing, and toys in the same place every day so that they will be less likely to lose them
• Manage distractions. Turn off the TV, limit noise, and provide a clean workspace when your child is doing homework. Some children with ADHD learn well if they are moving or listening to background music. Watch and see what works
• Limit choices. To help your child not feel overwhelmed or overstimulated, offer choices with only a few options. For example, have them choose between this outfit or that one, this meal or that one, or this toy or that one
• Be clear and specific when you talk with your child. Let your child know you are listening by describing what you heard them say. Use clear, brief directions when they need to do something
• Help your child plan. Break down complicated tasks into simpler, shorter steps. For long tasks, starting early and taking breaks may help limit stress
• Use goals and praise or other rewards. Use a chart to list goals and track positive behaviors, then let your child know they have done well by telling them or by rewarding their efforts in other ways. Be sure the goals are realistic—small steps are important!
• Discipline effectively. Instead of scolding, yelling, or spanking, use effective directions, time-outs, or removal of privileges as consequences for inappropriate behavior
• Create positive opportunities. Children with ADHD may find certain situations stressful. Finding out and encouraging what your child does well—whether it’s school, sports, art, music, or play—can help create positive experiences
• Provide a healthy lifestyle. Nutritious food, lots of physical activity, and sufficient sleep are important; they can help keep ADHD symptoms from getting worse

• Vitamin B-6
• Magnesium
• Vitamin D
• Zinc
• Iron
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids
• Aim to keep Blood sugar levels stable
• Consume plenty of Protein
• Exercise
• Energetic Play
• Plenty of sleep
• Eliminate junk food

• Cedarwood Essential Oil
• Vetiver Essential Oil
• Lavender Oil
• German Chamomile Oil
• Ylang Ylang Oil
• Cilantro Oil

Some commonly used acupuncture points for ADHD may include: Gv20 (Baihui): Located at the top of the head, in the midline.

• CV-12
• LI-11
• P-6
• H-7

Run a Brain Scan and use the search criteria to add neurotransmitter   imbalances (1x1) and then scan hormonal imbalances(1x1). Now while in the search criteria add the above listed homeopathics and imprint into a correlating homeopathic. If there are allergies involved, using the search criteria scan phenolics (1x1).