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Natural ADD Supplements: What are the Best Natural Remedies for ADD?
from: Tess Thompsonby Tess Thompson
The medical and behavioral side effects of ADD medications such
as Ritalin and Adderall have many parents searching for natural
alternatives for their children. While traditional medications
can be effective, the risks are many, and reactions differ from
child to child. As parents become disillusioned with
prescription ADD medications or simply decide to try natural
alternatives first, more and more are turning to natural ADD
supplements. And as more natural medications are developed, more
is known about the ingredients that are most effective in
treating the symptoms of ADD.
Ginko Biloba is one of the best-known natural remedies for ADD.
It helps to increase neurotransmitter levels and blood flow to
the brain, which aids the brain's ability to focus. One of the
most positive qualities of Ginko Biloba is the tendency of its
effects to become permanent, which eventually renders continued
use unnecessary. This quality is emblematic of many homeopathic
ingredients.
Brahmi is an herb that is believed to have many positive effects
on the brain, including an ability to increase overall cognitive
function. It can help improve your child's ability to learn, and
recent research shows it might have an additional benefit of
protecting the brain from free radicals.
Gotu Kola, otherwise known as Centella Asiatica, is an excellent
child ADHD treatment (and ADD treatment) and can reduce reduce
your child's anxiety level and augment his or her brain funtion.
It also enhances memory and has been shown in studies to improve
blood flow to the brain and general circulation.
Skullcap is an herbal remedy for ADD that is used to treat
common symptoms like restlessness and agitation. It can also aid
in combatting insomnia.
St. John's Wort is another natural supplement that should be
taken long-term in order for its positive effects to become
permanent. It should be used if your child is suffering from
depression, insomnia, fear or anxiety.
All of these ingredients can alleviate many of the symptoms of
ADD, and there are a variety of natural remedies on the market
that combine some of the listed ingredients to produce
successful results. Natural remedies are a predominantly safe
and effective ADD treatment, and a popular alternative to
prescription stimulants and other traditional ADD medications.
Abruptly stopping prescription medication can be harmful to your
child, so if you decide to take this step, consult your doctor
before changing your child's routine. Just as with traditional
medications, it can take time for your child to feel the effects
of natural supplements, and each child can react slightly
differently. Hopefully, you will find that natural remedies have
a positive influence on your child, and on your life.
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About the author:
Tess Thompson is a Homeopathic Practitioner, Reflexologist,
Certified Aromatherapist, and Herbalist who contributes to Native Remedies - where
you can find Guaranteed, Homeopathic and Herbal Remedies for
many health conditions including the natural treatment of ADHD and
child ADHD
treatment.
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