Hyperkinesis and Learning Disabilities Linked to the Ingestion of Artificial Food Colors and Flavors

Hyperkinesis and Learning Disabilities Linked to the Ingestion of Artificial Food Colors and Flavors

The historical background of hyperkinesis and learning disabilities (H-LD) is reviewed briefly and followed by a discussion of food additives. Focus on artificial food colors and flavors as important etiologic agents is explained and supported by the favorable response of 30 to 50% of various sample...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of learning disabilities 1976-11, Vol.9 (9), p.551-559
1. Verfasser: Feingold, Ben F.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The historical background of hyperkinesis and learning disabilities (H-LD) is reviewed briefly and followed by a discussion of food additives. Focus on artificial food colors and flavors as important etiologic agents is explained and supported by the favorable response of 30 to 50% of various samples of H-LD children managed with the Kaiser-Permanente (K-P) Diet.
ISSN:0022-2194
1538-4780
DOI:10.1177/002221947600900902