I have written about this before, at other times, but noticed this ad Tuna Meltdown ad, and the total misrepresentation that fish is the only source of omega 3 fatty acid oils. the ad and link go on to berate parents who deprive their children of tuna-fish, because of fear of Mercury contamination.
What they don’t tell you is that fish are not the only source for omega 3 fatty acid oil, which is very important for sustaining cranial growth and activity, not only in children, but also in adults. In fact, the lack of nutritional omega fatty acid oils has been implicated in the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.
Now there are vegetarian sources for these omega 3 fatty acid oils: sunflower seeds, walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds and soy beans, according to PCRM.org.
While it may be true that not all fish are contaminated with Mercury, it is still not true that it is the only source for these nutrients. Plus, very often they don’t tell you what else is in the tuna fish, like dolphins.
Deficiency in these omega 3 and 6 fatty acid oils can not only lead to Alzheimer’s, but also to depression.
alzheihers, cranial cativity, depression
My friends from Genofis on youtube sent me an interview from Brother R.A. of Real Black Talk.com who recently interviewed Dr. Fred BaughmanJr, a neurologist & graduate from New York School of Medicine (1960_. Dr. Baughman says that ADD and ADHD are not real diseases and have been “invented” by the psychopharmocological industry. He says that there never has been any proof that there is any real “chemical imbalance” of the brain. He claims that the U.S. school teachers have been indoctrinated by the U.S Dept. of Education to believe this hoax and are actually the ones who are pushing these “diagnoses.” They, in fact, “coerce” the parents, and there are cases where the Dept of children and Families have removed children from the home because of lack of co-operation from the parents. One of the major drug companies promoting these drugs is Novartis. At a conference on the Concensus of ADHD, Dr. Baughman, questioned Dr. Swanson’s MRI findings that the so-called ADHD child’s brain is 10% smaller. Dr. Baughman suggests that it is actually the drugs(like Ritalin) that are causing this atrophy, because the children tested are, in fact, on these drugs. He also mentioned that there are considerably adverse side effects as well, even heart attacks. Apparently even 3-5 yr. old children are now being targeted. In 2003, Dr. William Kerry testified before congress that 17% of 53 million schoolchildren seeing a psychiatrist would receive a prescription for a neuroleptic drug. Now there is the President’s (GWB) New Freedom Commission on Mental Health that is pushing “teen screen”, and says that in Nashville, apparently 51% tested positive for “clinical depression” and will be referred for psychiatric drugs. You can read more about this on his adhdfraud.org In another interview on PBS Dr Baughman says that the U.N. expressed concerns over the Ciba-Geigy, the manufacturer of methylphenidate (Ritalin) having financial ties with a leading proponent of ADHD treatment, CHADD.org However, to be perfectly correct it is imperative to examine Dr. Baughman’s ties with the Church of Scientology and his participation with their Citizens Commission on Human Rights, a highly dubious organization as well. Other physicians, like Dr Scott Saunders have claimed that simply changing a child’s diet and exercise routine does make a major change in the child’s behavior. Do your research.
This started out as a post on my astrology site, but because it also has some implications in the field of alternative therapy for autism, I decided to post it here as well. J-Mac, 1s a 20 yr old man who was diagnosed as autistic, became a national celebrity in February of 2006. Because of his shortness and “lack of skill”, he was pretty much on the bench during the basketball season. However, on that day, at the very end of the game, with 4 minutes left, he scored 20 points. Well, he, of course, went on to become a national celebrity, and met President George, w. Bush, appeared on CBs and Oprah,and many others. At the present time, he is under contract to make a movie of this famous game. His real name is Jason McElwain. He has a modified Kalaparusha Yoga giving him that quick rise to fame. What is the reason for his autism? If we look at his natal chart we do find Ketu conjunct with the sun and they are sworn enemies. In his 12th divisional chart,Saturn is in its’ enemy’s house (Cancer) and it is directly aspecting Mercury. Quite often this can lead to neurological problems. Jason was receiving speech Therapy. He does have Mars in his ascendant and is currently in a Mars period, so this again may account for his quick ascendancy. I might also note that, as I have noted before in previous posts, that oftentimes those with Asperger’s Syndrome (Autism) do go on to have productive lives. It is what is known as a “spectrum disorder” with many degrees of affliction. He is a true inspiration to many who have this “disorder,”and, as other authorities, like Dr.Scott Saunders have said, exercise does truly have a beneficial aid for these children.
As I mentioned in another post Dr. Scott Saunders has provided some valuable information about treating ADHD naturally. Today he suggested using behavioral modification, or “token economy” to produce changes in behavior naturally. He believes this is possible if the system is used consistently. Another gentleman, a psychologist Lawrence Weathers, Ph.D. is also of the same conviction, and believes that ADHD is a learned defense mechanism produced because of early trauma with which the child is unable to cope. He cites Sigmund Freud’s work in psychopathology as an explanation for the commonly observed “hyperactivity” of these children. On the other hand, Freud himself was a cocaine addict Wikipedia and, I believe, left this legacy of reliance on medication in psychiatry. Dr. Weathers was diagnosed with ADHD as a child himself, so he has first hand knowledge. Now he uses a program called Computer Aided Emotional Restructuring (CAER) in which the child, parent and teacher all participate. It is his contention that these children actually think in the same way as everyone else, but there may be an emphasis on certain patterns. He believes that most of the children with this “disorder” display a kind of avoidance to stress what he calls “the Conditioned Attentional Avoidance Loop. On the other hand, Dr. Wayne C. Jones, of Richardson TX, a board certified neurologist cites the MTA study of 1999 sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health which found that if a child is on the right medication and on the correct dosage, the child actually benefits, because they are able to live more normal lives and grow in their self-esteem. I have a grandson who was diagnosed with ADHD, and he’s a vegetarian, gets plenty of outdoor exercise, “token economy” and medication. He’s also an honor student, so maybe the truth is in using all these techniques appropriately, not just relying on pills to cure the problem.
This afternoon, I listened to a lecture given by Dr. Michael Lyons, director of Functional Medicine. He is both a traditional, as well as an allopathic doctor. One of his primary interests is ADHD and the video I listened to is called “Is the Child’s Brain Starving?” It’s quite a long video, 79 minutes, so I’ll summarize a few points. First he points out that the brain requires a great deal of calories and , and minerals to function properly generate neuro-transmitters. In children with suspected ADHD disorder, their brains appear to be suffering from inadequate nutrition, as well as neurotoxins from pesticides contaminating the food supply. The reasons for this “starvation” may be due to the wrong type of diet, “leaky gut” (the child’s intestine is not absorbing nutrients) secondly Dr. Lyon’s group found that ADHD children had a higher percentage of intestinal parasites, and lastly, the child may be suffering from some type of food allergy. As far as the diet is concerned, the American Junk food, high sugar diet are the most likely culprits. The video I have attached here is a short interview by Arnold, who owns a Raw food store with one of his customers. Dr. Lyons describes the lateral prefrontal cortex as being the executive center of the brain and this has also been corroborated by Hajime Mushiake of Tohoku University School of Medicine. If this portion of the brain is underfed, then the child may act chaotically. Additionally, Dr.Kiki Chang, of Stanford Univ., an advocate of preventative bipolar medication, cites the amygdala as being the area of the brain that is underdeveloped in so-called bipolar children. There’s even a new group, BrainMatters, Inc. that will do an MRI and advise you if your child is bipolar or has ADHD. Even if that is the case, I might ask, what is the treatment? Dr Lyons and Arnold seem to feel that the cure is in the diet. Remember, with any of these medications, there are significant side-effects. I have also posted Dr. Lyons lecture (remember it’s 79 minutes.) I also wanted to mention another authority
Natalie Sachs-Ericsson, author and FSU psychology professor states that verbal abuse, as well as physical and sexual abuse can mimic the symptoms of AHDH in a study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders dated 6/2006. she and the co-author, Thomas Joiner found that adults who had been subjected to verbal abuse were more likely to display symptoms of panic disorder, anxiety and depression. as early as 1999, Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical school, Dr. Martin Teicher was questioning the use of Ritalin and Adderall to treat ADHD according to an article dated 3/1999 in the Harvard Gazette. He says: “If a child behaves like we expect someone with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to behave, we label the child with that disorder, then treat him or her with medication,” notes Teicher. “That’s not the ideal way to make a diagnosis. It fails to distinguish between children who have a diminished capacity to sit still and those who have the ability but fail to use it.” Teicher also points out that Symptoms of stress, anxiety, or depression may produce behavioral disturbances resembling ADHD. Many alternatives to prescription medicine exist. However, there is a strong bias in the community, especially amongst teachers to use the prescription drugs. I believe this has more to do with the over-crowded conditions of the school and the inability of the teachers to manage an unruly child in the classroom. it is simply easier to medicate the child. There are also those in the Field of complementary Medicine who feel that there are natural remedies available for the “hyperactive” child, like combinations of St.John’s wort, Lemon Balm, Passion flower, Bacopa, 5 HTP (Griffonia Simplicifolia and possibly some other co-factors, like Zinc, and Magnesium. However, I have also noticed that some who are diagnosed with ADHD are in fact bipolar and are later diagnosed with that at a later time. However, in 2000, Dr Joseph Biederman. MGH shocked the psychiatric world by claiming that some children , even as toddlers are actually bi-polar and argued to medicate them as such. so, if you think your child has this disorder, make sure you consult an expert, and also take the time to evaluate your own parenting style. Dr. Sachs-Ericsson and Dr Joiner point out that verbal abuse by a mother is more damaging than screaming by a father. This may lead to adult depression and anxiety. I have added an extremely informative video by Dr. John Breeding author of The wildest colts Make the Best Horses. He is speaking here in the video of the PBS documentary The Medicated Child, which I recommend that you watch if you didn’t catch it January 8, 2008. A few yrs ago, Bill Clinton mandated that the pharmaceutical industry had to do child-oriented research and offered an incentive. The results of that research indicated that adult prescriptions are not effective for children. Big profits for the drug industry?
