"I wish my parents had been more diligent in figuring out what was wrong with me -- that is, they just wrote me off as a bad kid. I knew that it wasn't me...you know, that there had to be something that would make me feel suddenly angry or upset, or even-even depressed. I got frustrated -- I couldn't focus on things -- it was like they were moving!...words in books...it was awful..."      

                          my friend, Susan

 

ADHD, ADD, ODD, OCD, RAD, CD, hyperactive, autistic, bipolar. Have you been told your child has, or may have, one of these conduct or mood disorders? Are these mental illnesses or environmental ills? Could they in fact be biological or chemical reactions? Of course they could!

Think about it -- Whether in the form of food or other substances, chemicals go into the body and biological and chemical reactions occur! Some occurrences are not obvious, while others are symptomatic of allergies or hypersensitivity.

The children suffering from allergies are too often labeled as mentally disordered. They are commonly prescribed medications that can only treat the symptoms, not the causes, of their allergies.

Ritalin, Adderall, Zoloft, Paxil, Wellbutrin-Do these drugs sound familiar? Do you know what these chemicals really are? With all their nasty effects -- would you consider giving these powerful drugs to your child except as a last resort?

This is my purpose -- to get you to pay attention and take effective action. Until you discover and get rid of the actual causes of allergic reactions, you may only be playing "cover-up" -- and at great cost to your child's health.

Read this book and PLEASE PAY ATTENTION! Pay attention to labels, attention to the use of harmful chemicals in your home, schools, and public places, to the amount of artificial flavorings, colors, and processed foods containing ingredients with non-pronounceable names your family eats. Pay attention to individual reaction to simple food. Does an apple a day keep the doctor away? Is a carrot really good for YOU? Should you live on bread or leave bread alone?

Take yourself and your child to experts -- those who care about the individual; those who are opposed to labeling people with some overused acronyms -- the current catchphrase. Choose a physician who is an expert in environmental medicine, allergies, molecular biology, or immunology. Proceed with caution if the doctor you choose recommends drug treatment.

Read this entire book, inform yourself, and never believe that someone else knows your child better than you. This book describes the many physical and mental symptoms an individual can suffer from due to contact with natural and man-made substances in his/her environment, and consumption of everyday foods. It explains how to take effective action and wind-up with a natural solution to allergies.

By writing this book I hope to save thousands of others frustration and time in their journey to an effective cure. I believe that, as difficult as it may seem, it is the parents' responsibility to help their children to feel good and function to the best of their ability, without unnecessary hindrances. I write not with the knowledge of a doctor or a chemist. I write from my own experience and from my heart to encourage you to take effective action if you or your child is an "allergyhead." In a period of months, you can establish eating and living habits that will help your entire family to live a better, safer, healthier life. Feeling good is worth the time and effort required.