ADHD results in problems with inattention, hyperactivity and
impulsiveness, which can affect social interactions, work or school
productivity and self-esteem. Research suggests that attention deficit disorder
may be also linked with another rising disorder — obesity.
A new study in the Western Journal of Nursing Research suggests the possibility of
screening anyone with a chronic weight issue for ADHD since one in five adults
who were obese turned out to have multiple symptoms of it, compared with around
one in thirty in the general adult population. Previous studies have also found
that children and adults with ADHD are significantly more likely to be
overweight.
According to Psychology
Today, “The link between ADHD and poor eating habits isn't surprising when
you consider that it is a disorder of executive function, a set of cognitive
skills which act as our brain manager. Executive function impacts almost every
aspect of living, encompassing our ability to self-regulate, organize, plan,
prioritize and anticipate the future. Eating is only one of many facets of
ordinary life influenced by ADHD, yet typically flies under the radar.”
What can be done?
· Set a good example for your family. Children emulate their parents. If you make healthy food choices so will your
kids.
· When having dinner as a family, don’t eat in
front of the TV. This way, you and your
children will know exactly how much you are consuming. Talk during dinner and place your utensils on
your plate when you are speaking. This
will encourage you – and your family – to eat more slowly and actually
participate in conversation.
· Children are easily distracted – especially kids
with ADHD. If you don’t want your
children consuming junk food out of boredom or low self-esteem, don’t keep junk
food in your pantry. Treat chips, cake
and cookies as a treat for special occasions or a weekend indulgence.
· Don’t use food to calm an agitated child. Young kids will learn to connect food with their
emotions and, later in life, could use food to try to ward off sadness and,
thus, creating weight issues.
· Establish healthy eating – and exercise – habits
from an early age. As I wrote about in
my blog, “Exercise
Helps Children with ADHD,” regular, half-hour sessions of aerobic activity
before school helped young children with symptoms of Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder become more attentive.
So, make exercise fun! Rake
leaves, walk around the neighborhood or play tag in the backyard as a
family. Not only will you burn calories
and help your family members with ADHD lessen their symptoms, you will create
lifelong memories together and teach your children the value of an ongoing
healthy, active lifestyle.
To learn how Fitness for Health helps children and adults
with ADD and ADHD improve their cognitive abilities through exercise, visit www.FitnessForHealth.org or call
301-231-7138 to schedule a free tour of our facility.
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