Q: I asked my pediatrician if the reason my son acts hyperactive sometimes is because he eats too much sugar, and she said that’s actually a myth. Really? A: Back in the 1970’s Dr. Benjamin Feingold ...

Years ago, I took my kindergartener with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to a pediatric specialist for advice. She suggested we try the Feingold diet, an elimination diet that requires ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Children with ADHD and higher TSH levels are more likely to have hyperactivity behaviors. Higher levels of serum ...

Scientists are unwrapping the myth that sugary foods and beverages lead to hyperactivity in kids. For decades, people have been linking symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to sugar ...

Parents, take note: A new study has found a relationship between harsh parenting and socio-emotional problems in children, including hyperactivity. University of Edinburgh researchers came to this ...

Many girls with ADHD aren't diagnosed until their late teens or adulthood. My recent research points to a possible ...

If you ask the experts, they will tell you that approximately 9% of children in the US have the cluster of symptoms defined as ADHD. 5-16% of kids will have what is called "Oppositional Defiant ...

When it comes to your kids’ diets, it’s not just about what they eat; it’s also about how certain foods might affect their behavior. Many common snacks and meals can unexpectedly lead to hyperactivity ...

One synthetic food dye used to color or enhance color in processed foods has often been scrutinized for its link to hyperactive behavior in children. | Adobe Stock Red dye 40, a synthetic food dye ...

(Beyond Pesticides, October 29, 2025) A study published in Environment International evaluates residues of individual and mixtures of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), including pesticides, and ...