It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
What is the most important information I should know about OTC ADHD medication?
Precursors are the compounds needed to create the chemical reaction that produces a new compound.
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For example, your brain needs to combine phenylalanine and tyrosine to make dopamine.
To make serotonin, it needs tryptophan.
These three amino acidsphenylalanine, tyrosine, and tryptophanare collectively known as aromatic amino acids.
That, in turn, may help people better manage some characteristics of ADHD.
These supplements can also have side effects.
If you are considering taking amino acids for ADHD, talk to your doctor first.
This involves increasing your intake of antioxidants.
Daily ginseng supplements were associated with reduced inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity in children with ADHD.
While dosing varied, 1,000 mg per day was associated with positive results.
You should not take ginseng if you have a bleeding, autoimmune, or heart condition.
Iron and Zinc Supplements
Nutrient deficienciesare another focus of research into the contributing factors of ADHD.
Conversely, taking a supplement might add too much of the mineral to your system.
Reading this overview of your options is a great first step.
Both can be safe and effective (if verified), but the dosing will vary.
Its the difference between “50 mg of caffeine” and “50 mg of coffee.”
That 50 mg of coffee contains caffeine but also the bean itself with its other compounds.
A healthcare professional can help you develop a personalized treatment plan for maximum benefits with the least potential risk.
Safe and effective treatments are available to helpmanage ADHD traits.
Always talk to your doctor about which options are right for you.
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