Many natural products are being aggressively promoted for ADHD
September 2000
Many natural products are being aggressively promoted for ADHD...as alternatives to Ritalin, etc.
Manufacturers often create formulas based on PRELIMINARY research...but then make big leaps to claim clinical effectiveness.
Essential fatty acids (gamma-linolenic acid, docosahexaenoic acid, etc) are sometimes depleted in kids with ADHD...but so far, there's no convincing evidence that replacing these nutrients helps.
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