October 2022

6 Simple Strategies to Help with ADHD and Picky Eating

By Emma Shafqat / October 12, 2022 / Fussy eaters / 7 minutes of reading

What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD affects 2% to 5% of school aged children in the U.K and about 9.4% of school aged children in the U.S.1,2 ADHD is a disorder characterized by continuing inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity. Inattention relates to a difficulty with staying focused, organized, or […]

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