Managing ADHD Naturally, Part 3

Grains and Dairy Products Grains are an important component in a balanced diet; however, they can present a problem when it comes to Attention Deficit Disorder. More specifically, the gluten contained in many grains is thought to aggravate ADHD symptoms. Gluten and casein (found in dairy products) are the latest “suspects’ when it comes to […]

Managing ADHD Naturally, Part 2

Fruits and Vegetables Fruits and vegetables are, of course, a healthful part of any diet, including The Med Free with ADD program. Fruits and vegetables add fiber, color, and nutrition to a meal, as well as taste, and all for very few calories. The current USDA requirements are 5 servings a day of fruits and […]

Managing ADHD Naturally, Part 1

Several years ago I put together a program that is designed to help you manage your ADHD symptoms naturally, without the use of medications. (Those of you who use medications can supplement them with this program as well.) Today is Part 1 in a series about managing ADHD naturally. In this series, I will be […]

Italian Chicken Soup

My son Andy and I made this soup last week. It fed my family for days; even my vegetarian daughter had a few bowls. What You Need Canned chicken (or frozen) Chicken stock (not broth – Swanson and Kitchen Basics make good ones) Canned diced tomatoes Frozen spinach Noodles Chicken base (look in the same […]

Tuscan Bean Soup

Today I am starting a new feature here at ADD Moms called Pantry Meals. All moms, ADD or not, have days when things get out of control and they find themselves searching for something for dinner with not much in the house. Each Friday I will provide a recipe for a quick and easy pantry […]

10 Things to Do for YOU

Taking care of yourself is the most important thing that you can do – for your family, your friends, and yourself. And yet as ADD Moms, we often put ourselves last on the list, if we even make the list at all. Here are 10 things that you need to do for you. Note: don’t […]