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Kids, Exercise, and ADHD
Since a study was conducted by the University of Illinios, Urbana-Champaign a few years ago, researchers have seen evidence that links kids exercise with the reduction of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). With two million cases of ADHD in children, exercise may prove to be the cheapest – and most effective – cure for the disorder.
The study tested kids across the country ages 5-18 years old, and with the increase in exercise there was a noticeable decrease in symptoms. Exercise helped some children with ADHD even when previous medication did nothing for them.
Kids with this disorder suffer in school and among their peers. Possible symptoms include depression and substance abuse. The medication kids take for ADHD can leave them mentally numb and “in a fog,” unable to behave as children should.
The results of this study seem like common sense. We all know kids have tons of energy and we all know regular kids exercise should be a life-long habit. Rather than giving kids pills, a much healthier and safer option is to get them to exercise. Just a few minutes a day may be all it takes to improve your child’s grades, attention span and social life.
Another great way to reduce the symptoms of ADHD is proper nutrition. Many kids start their day with a sugary breakfast (i.e. Pop-tarts, cinnamon rolls, sugar cereals, etc.).On top of that, several desserts, juices and sodas are consumed throughout the day. With constant sugar highs and no way to release the energy, it’s easy to see how kids can be diagnosed with ADHD.
Be sure to limit the amount of sugar your kids eat each day. If you know they’ll have a dessert after lunch, give them toast and eggs for breakfast. And when they come home from school, make sure they spend a little time exercising instead of sitting on the couch the rest of the day. A little effort goes a long way to keep your kids healthy.
For ideas on how to keep your kids active every day through kids exercise, visit our site at MyFamilyExercise.com.
Jeff Wise was born in Denver, Colorado and has lived in Washington state, California, Connecticut, and Tennessee. He now resides in Nashville, Tenn and has been married to his lovely wife, Kristy, since 2005. They have one child born in 2008.
After receiving a Bachelors degree in radio/television production from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). He has worked for ABC News, ESPN, the NHL Hockey Team Nashville Predators, Fox Sports News, and syndicated radio talk-show host Dave Ramsey.
He has eight years experience in physical fitness, weight training and healthy nutrition. He has three years experience teaching children at his church in Nashville.
Jeff has a passion for teaching others the importance of health, fitness and proper nutrition. The importance of kids exercise and optimizing exercise programs for kids is higher than ever for the Wise's as they are now having children of their own.
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