I was diagnosed with ADHD and took was prescribed Focalin for it. While this did solve my ADHD while I was on it, it seemed to also zap me of my creative thought and although left me content, it also left me unmotivated. I quit taking it. Shortly after, I began taking Supercarbohydrates or glyconutrients, link here http://www.micronutr.../nutratose.html . and they either through placebo effect or actual effect, appear to have fixed my ADHD problem without the negative side effects.
Glyconutrients
Glyconutrients are a rapidly rising star in the world of alternative medicine. There are a number of good studies and many anecdotal reports and case histories reporting the effectiveness of glyconutrients in dealing with ADD/ADHD. For valuable information please visit the glyconutrient link http://www.glycoscie...Page/links.html We strongly urge you to make a study of glyconutritionals and the benefit they may offer your child.
Diets low in allergenic foods and supplemented with calcium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamins, especially vitamin B6, gave a favorable response in hyperactive children as reported in the Lancet medical journal. However, I strongly recommend that you pursue the yeast, toxins and allergens potential before rushing out and starting your child on these supplements. Try to identify the CAUSE first.
There is emerging scientific evidence that "chemical imbalance" can be a problem. This involves the neurotransmitters of the nervous system including serotonin and others. If there is a neurotransmitter problem it can be treated with non-prescription amino acid therapy. Ask your alternative medicine physician about this if everything else fails.
link http://www.rxalterna...it_disorder.htm
craigb,
You used Nutratose to 'cure' your ADHD?
How many pills a day may I ask?
Did you feel like there was an increase in dopamine with the glyconutrients like there is with most supplements that are somewhat effective for ADHD or is there some other effect?
How long have you been using it to get a good effect?
Sorry for all the questions but finding unbiased info on glyconutrients is like looking for a needle in a haystack [mellow]