Fw: [H] diet, schools & 'ADD'

November 3, 2002

Hi All,

Thought you all might find this interesting!

Kathy

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Please copy and distribute to other interested individuals and groups

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http://www.stratiawire.com/article.asp?id=655

Monday, October 14, 2002

A MIRACLE IN WISCONSIN

OCTOBER 14. In Appleton, Wisconsin, a revolution has occurred. Its taken

place in the Central Alternative High School. The kids now behave. The

hallways arent frantic. Even the teachers are happy.

The school used to be out of control. Kids packed weapons. Discipline

problems swamped the principals office.

But not since 1997.

What happened? Did they line every inch of space with cops? Did they spray

valium gas in the classrooms? Did they install metal detectors in the

bathrooms? Did they build holding cells in the gym?

Afraid not. In 1997, a private group called Natural Ovens began installing

a healthy lunch program. Huh?

Fast-food burgers, fries, and burritos gave way to fresh salads, meats

" prepared with old-fashioned recipes, " and whole grain bread. Fresh fruits

were added to the menu. Good drinking water arrived.

Vending machines were removed.

As reported in a newsletter called Pure Facts, " Grades are up, truancy is

no longer a problem, arguments are rare, and teachers are able to spend

their time teaching. "

Principal LuAnn Coenen, who files annual reports with the state of

Wisconsin, has turned in some staggering figures since 1997. Drop-outs?

Students expelled? Students discovered to be using drugs? Carrying weapons?

Committing suicide? Every category has come up ZERO. Every year.

Mary Bruyette, a teacher, states, " I dont have to deal with daily

discipline issues -- I dont have disruptions in class or the difficulties

with student behavior I experienced before we started the food program. "

One student asserted, " Now that I can concentrate I think its easier to

get along with people... " What a concept---eating healthier food increases

concentration.

Principal Coenen sums it up: " I cant buy the argument that its too

costly for schools to provide good nutrition for their students. I found

that one cost will reduce another. I dont have the vandalism. I dont have

the litter. I dont have the need for high security. "

At a nearby middle school, the new food program is catching on. A teacher

there, Dennis Abram, reports, " Ive taught here almost 30 years. I see the

kids this year as calmer, easier to talk to. They just seem more rational.

I had thought about retiring this year and basically Ive decided to teach

another year---Im having too much fun! "

Pure Facts, the newsletter that ran this story, is published by a

non-profit organization called The Feingold Association, which has existed

since 1976. Part of its mission is to " generate public awareness of the

potential role of foods and synthetic additives in behavior, learning and

health problems. The [Feingold] program is based on a diet eliminating

synthetic colors, synthetic flavors, and the preservatives BHA, BHT, and

TBHQ. "

Thirty years ago there was a Dr. Feingold. His breakthrough work proved

the connection between these negative factors in food and the lives of

children. Hailed as a revolutionary advance, Feingolds findings were soon

trashed by the medical cartel, since those findings threatened the

drugs-for-everything, disease-model concept of modern healthcare.

But Feingolds followers have kept his work alive.

If what happened in Appleton, Wisconsin, takes hold in many other

communities across America, perhaps the ravenous corporations who invade

school space with their vending machines and junk food will be tossed out

on their behinds. It could happen.

And perhaps ADHD will become a dinosaur. A non-disease that was once

attributed to errant brain chemistry. And perhaps Ritalin will be seen as

just another toxic chemical that was added to the bodies of kids in a

crazed attempt to put a lid on behavior that, in part, was the result of a

subversion of the food supply.

For those readers who ask me about solutions to the problems we

face---here is a real solution. Help these groups. Get involved. Step into

the fray. Stand up and be counted.

The drug companies arent going to do it. Theyre busy estimating the size

of their potential markets. Theyre building their chemical pipelines into

the minds and bodies of the young.

Every great revolution starts with a foothold. Sounds like Natural Ovens

and The Feingold Association have made strong cuts into the big rock of

ignorance and greed.

Go for it.

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November 3, 2002

Hello Everyone,

I am new to this list. My name is Gina and I am from New Jersey.

I am 35 years old. I mainly joined this group because I have always

had in interest in herbal remedies and my #1 reason is that my 6

year old son has the symptoms of ADHD. I have been doing alot of

research on this topic. He has not been classified or anything as

of yet, but his teacher (who is really helping alot) has used some

methods which help alittle. I also started giving my son an herb

called Chamomile Calm (contains chamomile, skullcap, catnip, etc).

It seems to work somewhat, however my recent discovery has been

a link associating ADHD children and dairy products. I definitely believe

our foods affect our kids. They contain so many more preservatives.

He had a really tough week in school two weeks ago and he drank

alot of milk and had dark circles under his eyes. This past week

I switched him to Soy Milk (he loves it) and he also had a really good

week in school. : )

I am interested in any information on this topic. Thank you Kathy

for posting that article. More schools should get involved in better

nutrition.

I will be reading and posting.

Take Care Everyone,

Gina

November 3, 2002

Dear Gina,

I suggest you check out the articles in the files that I wrote on the subject.

The first one is called: The Myth & The Mystery

The second one is called: The Hidden Influence

These should answer many of your questions.

Another "Must" is my free cassette lecture. This will tie it all together for you and will show you why you need to cut out the soy as well. Rice milk or Almond milk are the best. ;o)

Love,

Doc

Dr. Ian Shillington505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington

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Piscesangel7

herbal remedies

Sunday, November 03, 2002 11:18 AM

Re: [herbal remedies] Fw: [H] diet, schools & 'ADD'

Hello Everyone,I am new to this list. My name is Gina and I am from New Jersey.I am 35 years old. I mainly joined this group because I have alwayshad in interest in herbal remedies and my #1 reason is that my 6year old son has the symptoms of ADHD. I have been doing alot ofresearch on this topic. He has not been classified or anything asof yet, but his teacher (who is really helping alot) has used some methods which help alittle. I also started giving my son an herbcalled Chamomile Calm (contains chamomile, skullcap, catnip, etc).It seems to work somewhat, however my recent discovery has beena link associating ADHD children and dairy products. I definitely believeour foods affect our kids. They contain so many more preservatives.He had a really tough week in school two weeks ago and he drank alot of milk and had dark circles under his eyes. This past weekI switched him to Soy Milk (he loves it) and he also had a really goodweek in school. : ) I am interested in any information on this topic. Thank you Kathyfor posting that article. More schools should get involved in betternutrition.I will be reading and posting.Take Care Everyone,Gina

November 3, 2002

Welcome to the group Gina. My 6 and 8 year old boys are autistic and nutrition is certainly very important. You are doing a wonderful job looking for natural alternatives ;-)

Janet

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Piscesangel7

herbal remedies

Sunday, November 03, 2002 10:18 AM

Re: [herbal remedies] Fw: [H] diet, schools & 'ADD'

Hello Everyone,I am new to this list. My name is Gina and I am from New Jersey.I am 35 years old. I mainly joined this group because I have alwayshad in interest in herbal remedies and my #1 reason is that my 6year old son has the symptoms of ADHD. I have been doing alot ofresearch on this topic. He has not been classified or anything asof yet, but his teacher (who is really helping alot) has used some methods which help alittle. I also started giving my son an herbcalled Chamomile Calm (contains chamomile, skullcap, catnip, etc).It seems to work somewhat, however my recent discovery has beena link associating ADHD children and dairy products. I definitely believeour foods affect our kids. They contain so many more preservatives.He had a really tough week in school two weeks ago and he drank alot of milk and had dark circles under his eyes. This past weekI switched him to Soy Milk (he loves it) and he also had a really goodweek in school. : ) I am interested in any information on this topic. Thank you Kathyfor posting that article. More schools should get involved in betternutrition.I will be reading and posting.Take Care Everyone,Gina Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington