Thanks Thready. You are right the meds do work but my son could not handle the side effects of the stimulants and the non stimulant Straterra. He had terrible motor tics that were agonizing to him. His new doctor has us trying GABA this week.
GABA, also known as gamma-aminobutyric acid, is a supplement used by bodybuilders as well as by others for a variety of reasons.Essentially then, the idea of GABA for bodybuilders, is that it induces a deep and extra anabolic sleep for your body to make repairs and build muscle. For this reason it is best taken before bed. GABA also has another side effect, leading to a tingling feeling in the face and limbs and relaxed muscles.GABA was recently banned from the UK so is only available for those in the US.
A number of parents have tried other natural remedies as an alternative to psycho-stimulants and other drugs due to various short & long term side effects they are attributed to. Small trials have found some agents, such as oral flower essence, Ginkgo biloba, Panax ginseng, and melatonin may possibly have benefits for ADHD.
There are homeopathic remedies which effectively target some of the disruptive symptoms of ADHD and allow the child to concentrate more easily. Natural remedies should be considered as a first step ahead of prescription psychiatric drugs. When combined with strong dietary control, counseling as necessary, and a healthy lifestyle, natural remedies have been show to be effective in helping to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD.
Read more if you wish from here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/remedies/a/adhdinchildren.htm
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12 Nov 2009
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