Is your child struggling to focus? Constantly on the move?
Many parents of children with ADHD are constantly seeking ways to help manage their child's symptoms and improve their quality of life.
While medication and behavioural therapy remain the primary treatments for ADHD, growing research suggests that nutritional factors, particularly iron levels, may explain as much as 30% of ADHD severity.
The Iron-ADHD Connection
Iron is an essential mineral that plays a key role in several brain functions, including the production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, which is involved in regulating attention and focus.
When iron levels drop, dopamine production takes a hit, potentially making ADHD symptoms worse.
To make matters more complicated, many ADHD medications can reduce appetite, making it even harder for kids to get the iron they need from food alone!
Spotting the Signs of Iron Deficiency
Iron deficiency can impact the body in many ways presenting a range of symptoms including:
If you notice these warning signs in your little one, it could be beneficial to boost their iron intake with nutrient-rich foods—though that's often easier said than done!
Foods Rich in Iron
Getting kids to eat enough iron-rich foods can be a battle, especially since the main dietary sources of iron might not be something your little one loves to eat:
If you have a little picky eater that keeps you up at night worrying about nutritional deficiencies, iron supplementation might be the way to go.
Iron Supplementation: The Solution for Picky Eaters
A 12-week study on the effects of iron supplementation in kids with ADHD showed improvement of learning problems in the first 6 weeks and conduct and psychosomatic improvement in the last 6 weeks.
Novomins Kids Iron Gummies make daily iron support easy and fuss-free.
These expertly formulated gummies are packed with Iron AND vitamin C—a critical combination since vitamin C significantly increases iron absorption (Source: EFSA).
Just 2 gummies a day can help combat tiredness, support cognitive development, and promote healthy red blood cell formation in growing bodies.
Loved By Parents
With a natural strawberry flavour and a nasty-free formulation, Novomins Kids Iron Gummies are loved by parents and kids around the globe!
Test, Don't Guess
Always chat with your pediatrician before starting any supplements.
If your child shows extreme fatigue, unusual paleness, or their ADHD symptoms suddenly worsen, it might be time for a professional check-up.
Remember: Supporting your child's iron levels isn't a replacement for traditional ADHD treatments, but it could be a valuable piece of the puzzle for better focus, behaviour, and overall health!
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