QUESTION:
Dear Dr. Heller,
I have a 7 year old that can’t sit any more than 1 min. He has so much energy that he can’t slow down. Are there foods that make kids so hyper? Is there a diet that I can put him on that will help him? He does not like being so hyper all the time, but he can’t help it.
Please help me.
ANSWER:
You need to find out whats going on. Sometimes its ADHD, bipolar, allergies, post nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux disease, chronic sinus or adenoid infections, diets low in fruits and vegetables, iron deficiency or other causes. Get him checked out ASAP!