Nutrition and ADHD

According to the Center for Disease Control, during 2020-2022 approximately 10.2 percent of children in the United States between the ages of 3-17 had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) causing it to be one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. [A1] It is believed that both genetic and environmental factors have contributed to the incidence of ADHD. While genetics are thought to play a large role in the cause of ADHD, researchers are studying environmental factors that might increase the risk of developing ADHD, including nutrition. Additionally, there is evidence to suggest a relationship between poor diet and mental health problems, including ADHD. The dietary interventions that have been subjected to clinical trials include various forms of diets and supplements. The purpose of this review is to explore whether environmental factors of diet and other nutrition may play a role in the risk of developing and the management of ADHD.