Behavioral Disorders ● ADD ● ADHD

The Most Common Mental Health Disorder and Behavioral Disorder in Children Is ADD and ADHD;

Half of these Children Carry ADHD into Adulthood!

ADHD’s Life Altering Symptoms: Restless, Behavioral Disorder, Unable to Focus, Easily Distracted, Forgetful,Mood Swings, Tantrums, Impulsivity, Slow Completing Tasks, Disorganized, Sensitive to Stress. Worse Yet: 40% with ADHD have learning disabilities and 50% have neurological disorders; MotorTic Disorder or Tourette’s Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Anger Control Problems and Depression.

-Biederman J. J ClinPsychiatry 1998; 59:4-16.

Why Should You Treat ADHD Nutritionally?

► Refined foods low in vital nutrients and the exposure to toxic chemicals in our environment leads to systemic inflammation, oxidative stress and insulin resistance that are associated with brain dysfunction.

Below you will find Biological Formulas to specifically treat ADD and ADHD!

PROTOCOLS FOR ENHANCED COGNITIVE FUNCTION & IMPROVED BEHAVIOR

1. Improve the brain health of your patients by improving their diet and lifestyle. Suggest a brisk walk 20 minutes each day. Have your patient eat a low glycemic diet rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients from fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Your patients can go to www.whfoods.com for guidance on improving their diet.

2. As part of a healthy diet, provide your patients with a specific nutraceutical program to improve brain function.

♦ A highly concentrated dose in one quick dissolving, scored tablet

♦ Bacopa Monniera is shown to improve the acquisition, retention and retrieval of learned tasks1

♦ Ginkgo improves blood and oxygen availability to the brain; enhancing memory and concentration

♦ Huperzine A enhances cognitive function and learning though acetylcholine support2

♦ Delivers targeted B Vitamins to support healthy neurological function; biologically active folate (5-formyl tetrahydrofolate), Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (vitamin B-6) and Methylcobalamin (vitamin B-12)

♦ Features Rhodiola Root Extract, a superior adaptogen providing stress protection, improved mentalclarity and increased energy

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Personality, Behavior & ADHD

Low levels of EPA are associated with high levels of impulsive behavior, hostility and cynical thought.

Low levels of either EPA or DHA predicted high degrees of angry feelings and outbursts.

Conklin SM, et al. American Psychosomatic Society annual meeting, March 2007, abstract 1718

Omega-3 Fatty Acids for ADHD

Very high-dose EPA/DHA supplementation for ADHD significantly improved behavior, inattention,

hyperactivity, oppositional/defiant behavior and conduct disorder. -Sorgi PJ, Nutr J. 2007 Jul 13; 6:16

Add BIOSPEC’s Super Omega-3 / Dosage: 3 to 6 softgels daily with meals.

Omega-3 Product Information

Neurotoxins in our Environment

Insecticides, pesticides, PCBs, PBDEs, VOCs and heavy metals enter us through water, food, air, cleaning products, carpet, furniture and clothing.

These chemicals effect brain development and function: Intellectual deficit causing lower

school performance and IQ scores along with cognitive and motor deficits. Can also facilitate chronic inflammation and pain. Deficits present as: 1) Learning Disabilities 2) Dyslexia 3) Autism 4) ADHD 5) Violent Outbursts.

Fight Back with BIOSPEC’s Mito-Detox

Herbal extracts and specific nutrients that work together to protect and support liver and

cellular function. Enhances detoxification pathways that breakdown and remove chemicals, drugs and toxins. This unique combination of herbs and nutrients is designed to enhance cellular ATP production and mitochondrial function.

Dosage: 2 tablets 2 times daily. Mito Detox Product Information