Nutritional status of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a pilot study.
Objectives. This is a pilot study of the dietary intake and nutrient status of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Method. Nutritional assessment of 43 children aged 6-12 with ADHD was performed using a 3-day food record, 24-hour recall, and serum assessors. Results. Macronutrient intake and consumption of Low-Nutrient Foods were comparable to population norms; however, 66% were found to be deficient in zinc and 23% in copper. Conclusions. This pilot study reports the food intake and nutrient status of children with ADHD and shows a predisposition for low zinc and copper status in ADHD.
Kiddie
Joy Y
JY
Food Nutrition and Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada V6T 1Z4.
Weiss
Margaret D
MD
Kitts
David D
DD
Levy-Milne
Ryna
R
Wasdell
Michael B
MB