Do you remember the story that came out a few years back, about mixing grapefruit juice and certain medications and how it was a big no-no? According to the University of Florida, Center for Food-Drug Interaction Research and Education: "Grapefruit juice appeared on the food-drug interaction radar in the late 1980s when scientists discovered that it contains natural substances that can affect the way certain prescription medications are broken down (metabolized) by an enzyme, known as...
There is a great deal written about Adult ADHD: how to organize your home, your workplace, how to be better at time management or to better... Read more »
Experts generally agree that a poor diet cannot cause ADHD and a good one cannot cure it. But does diet have an effect on ADHD? Chances are... Read more »
The number of drugs that can be dangerous if taken alongside grapefruit or other citrus fruits is increasing rapidly. Although the... Read more »
Since stimulant medications like Ritilin often suppress appetite, it's long been controversial whether taking those drugs can make kids... Read more »
It’s a new year, which means making resolutions for a new and better year. One thing I am contemplating trying this year is a juice... Read more »
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Stimulant Medications and Heart RisksAll ADHD stimulant drugs carry warnings that they should not be used by patients with structural heart problems... Read more »
for ADHD can be varied. There are behavior modification programs, counseling/therapy and medication. In addition, if you have co-existing... Read more »
Medication is an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD. Commonly prescribed medications include: Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, Dexedrine and... Read more »
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