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- Title
Nutritional status of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a pilot study.
- Authors
Kiddie, Joy Y; Weiss, Margaret D; Kitts, David D; Levy-Milne, Ryna; Wasdell, Michael B
- Abstract
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.
- Publication
International journal of pediatrics, 2010, Vol 2010, p767318
- ISSN
1687-9759
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1155/2010/767318