Which of the following dietary interventions should be used in treating children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?

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Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have no nutrient needs or exclusions additional to those of otherwise healthy children.These children do run the risk of not getting enough to eat because of behaviors associated with the disorder.To promote adequate intake, parents should establish regular meal times and provide initial small portions in a distraction-free environment.Children with ADHD may eat a little and then walk away from the table, expecting to graze later.Some recommend removing the food and returning it only once after explaining to the child what behaviors are desired in relation to eating.Various dietary manipulations in the past have attempted to treat children with ADHD by eliminating sugars, eliminating artificial food colors, eliminating caffeine, and using megavitamin therapy.Research has not substantiated the effectiveness of any of these.

Which of the Following Dietary Interventions Should Be Used in Treating