Arch Dis Child 1999;81:189 (August)
Anthony HM; Maberly DJ; Birtwistle S.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Standard diets are not helpful in the management of this disorder because the foods which provoke hyperactive behaviour are different for each child. Few parents succeed in identifying the foods which affect their child without help, but an elimination diet is effective in most cases. Deficiencies of omega 6 essential fatty acids are common in these children 2 so, in addition to the calcium supplement given to all children avoiding milk, evening primrose oil, borage oil, and cofactors such as zinc, are also usually recommended. Under this regimen, the hair-raising first consultation with the child is often followed by a quiet and . . .
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