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people are master’s students – one of our final properties. The brain is called by the specialized nerve cells, neurons that communicate with each other in the process of thought itself as made. The brain continues to restructure and learning through the formation of new neural pathways. A new baby is born healthy, as more than half of their academic progress, aged one to five years. The number of nerve cells do not increase after the age of two years, but to the number of connections. On the birth of a child can connect to 2500 other neurons. At the age of 2-3 years a child can connect up to 15,000 neurons. The learning opportunities is one of the most important and interesting that we have to perform. But unfortunately, our ability to learn is threatened. It is the rising incidence of childhood learning disabilities now evident, the hyperactivity attention deficit, autism. Statistics of the United Kingdom indicate that one third of children diagnosed in each classroom with an attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is, and The Lancet estimated that eight to ten percent of children suffer from this condition. Boys are more prone to ADHD than girls to suffer with a 10:1 ratio of girls. can not ADHD usually affects IQ, or intelligence, and individuals can be very creative in over long periods of closure of projects of interest to sit down. The onset is usually at the age of 3, although the diagnosis is usually later when the child is in school. ADHD in adults may also occur. The symptoms of ADHD (one or more exist):

risk behavior decreased agitation and distraction
attention, aggressiveness, impulsivity

(application of abrupt changes in the activities and jumped in the class)
coordination and accident prone />
anger and impatience
low tolerance to stress and emotional instability / output> explosives in the room Class

excessive adjustment problems about change / new things / memory>
Causes Although the cause or causes of ADHD are not fully implemented, many theories have been advanced. Recent research has shown that ADHD is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain of dopamine, a neurotransmitter ADHD suffer from low. The reasons for this imbalance are many chemicals. conventional is not related to the underlying cause of ADHD, but only masks the symptoms by prescribing drugs stimulate the brain. Ritalin, a drug like amphetamine, is the drug most often prescribed for hyperactivity. He was classified as a drug of this class (in addition to cocaine and methadone) by the U. S. Drug Enforcement Agency. Ritalin works by stimulating the production of neurotransmitters in the brain, dopamine. Dopamine helps focus attention and concentration. The long term effects of Ritalin are not yet established. many side effects have been identified with Ritalin. It should not be stopped abruptly, withdrawal symptoms can cause serious (eg, depression). Monitoring during withdrawal is also necessary. Ritalin should not be used in children under six. > The role of nutrients in Mental Health / P> The approach to nutrition that works on the basis of changes in diet affect brain chemistry ADHD. Some nutrients are needed to establish and maintain own lack of brains of these nutrients can at any time effects on intelligence, learning potential and behavior. The most important nutrients needed to nourish the brain: in essential fatty fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, herring and sardines), nuts and seeds, are crucial for the functioning of brain. These essential fatty acids are part of the myelin sheath, one layer surrounds all the neurons and allow nerve cells to communicate with each other. protein (found, for example, salmon, nuts, seeds, beans and lentils, eggs, tofu, quinoa, yogurt) is important for the formation of neurotransmitters, chemical messengers in the brain. Vitamins and minerals function of the brain to keep them in line. The B vitamins, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium and zinc are the vitamins and minerals needed by the brain.
phospholipid egg lecithin granules and assistance to the memory of the brain. The most important pollutants that interfere with brain function of the brain are: Heavy metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium, copper and aluminum.
trans and hydrogenated fats in fried foods and foods with margarine or shortening found.
preservatives and additives in processed foods.
food and chemical sensitivities (dairy and wheat is the most common)
imbalances in blood sugar – hyperactivity is often the result of a sudden surge of sugar. The brain feeds on sugar and sugar in the blood can also cause a lack of concentration. There is a strong link between poor gastrointestinal function and cerebral adverse symptoms. gastrointestinal diseases such as intestinal permeability, food intolerance, undigested food particles and chemicals that imbalances in gut bacteria and yeast infections, a profound negative impact on brain function. The concept of GAP (good and psychology) syndrome, has been used to describe this link. Review gastrointestinal function is an important aspect of treatment of ADHD food. Functional Testing Different tests are useful tools to identify possible causes and factors for ADHD. The nutritionist, one or more of the following: Hair mineral analysis – to identify the heavy metal toxicity and nutrient imbalances.
food allergy or intolerance tests.
CDSA – Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis – to determine if pathogenic bacteria and fungi or organisms are present. Food-processing must be very helpful for many children with ADD or ADHD. It has little or no side effects, and it is therefore desirable, before taking account of other harmful practices. Literature / p> Balch, PA Balch, JF (2000) Prescription for Nutritional Healing. 3rd ed. New York. Avery Publishing Group.
Dr. N. Campbell-McBride (2007) Gut Syndrome, and psychology. Cambridge: MedInform Holford /> Murray, MT (1996) Encyclopedia of food supplements. California: Prima Publishing. Murray />