Hyperactivity in Children

by Carolyn L.
Mein, D.C.
What makes children
hyperactive? Often, the common denominator is nutrition, or lack thereof.
Sugar is an obvious and
well-known culprit in stimulating hyperactivity. Many parents limit their children’s
access to processed sugars but pay little attention to the amounts of fruits
and fruit sugars their children consume. After the initial burst of energy, the
weakest glands or organs of the body find themselves depleted of
minerals. The adrenal glands, being the strongest in the body, come to
the rescue by going into overdrive, releasing excess adrenaline which results
in hyperactivity.
Hyperactivity can also be caused by sensitivities to
dairy, wheat and soy. Additionally, each body type can be overstimulated by
certain foods—such as beef and salt for the Adrenal body type.
Hyperactivity can
manifest differently in children due to a difference in body types. For
instance, an Adrenal body type with an inquiring mind and physical approach,
will get into everything because they want to be in the middle of the
action. A child with a Heart
body type is sensitive and directed by their emotions rather than their
thoughts; they will be easily distracted by everything that is going on around
them.
Body type is determined
before birth but is not hereditary. While there are certain body types
like Gonadal and Stomach that run in families, most families have parents and
children with different body types. This is why children have different temperaments
than their parents. This is also why not everyone likes the same foods or feels
good after eating them.
Knowing the body type of your children can help balance
their nutrition to maximize health and minimize hyperactivity. The body
type personality profile can help you understand their challenges, strengths
and what motivates them.
Carolyn L. Mein, D.C., author of Different Bodies,
Different Diets, discovered the 25 Body Type System. Visit BodyType.com
to determine you and your children’s body types.