The Worst Foods For A Hyperactive Toddler Or Child

Juice Boxes

Juice boxes are basically liquid sugar. They raise blood sugar levels, which causes children to go from perfectly sensible to rambunctious in no time. Insulin sensitivity is linked to Type 2 diabetes, which is connected to raising one's blood sugar levels. Concentrated fruit juices are usually heated to a high temperature, resulting in little to no nutrients left in the final product. Many fruit juices have been stripped of fiber so they are easy to drink a lot of because they do not provide a feeling of fullness.

Make homemade juice instead by using a juicer or opt for cold-pressed juices, which do not strip the juice of its various nutrients. Smoothies containing a banana, berries, peanut butter, non-dairy milk, and spinach are great for sneaking some greens into a child's diet as well.

Breakfast Cereals

Breakfast cereals with fun characters and bright colors are often used as a marketing ploy to target children so they will convince their parents to purchase it for them. Many breakfast cereals contain a variety of different colored dyes linked to cancer, ADHD, and neurological damage. Numerous breakfast cereals are also high in refined sugar, which can lead to obesity, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions later on in life.

Parents should try to avoid the brightly colored choices and should opt for whole wheat cereals that do not contain artificial colors, preservatives, or flavors. Remember to always read the label, and if in doubt, feed your child whole grain oatmeal or steel oats with fresh fruit to start their day off right.