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Do food additives including coloring and preservatives cause Attention Deficit Disorder? No, ADD is a biological disorder. Can they cause hyperactivity? Recent studies seem to suggest that they can. Keep reading for the rest of the story!

Food Additives and Attention Deficit Disorder

Whatever you are eating tonight, it is better for you if there are not artificial coloring and preservatives included in the mix.

This article discusses the possibility of negative effects of these additives on your ADD/ADHD symptoms. Since the studies were done with children who do not have ADD, there are implications for people without ADD. It appears that these artificial ingredients may cause hyperactivity in children who do NOT have ADD/ADHD.

I love the canned soup for its convenience, but it is so high in salt. I don't like the additives, either.

In North America the weather is cooling off for many of us. It's soup weather! This weekend I made Turkey vegetable Soup in less than an hour from start to finish. It has no additives. I used home made broth, carrots, bell peppers, onions, celery, spices, and V-8. Oh yes, I used turkey chunks, too. (This recipe is a great way to use up after-Thanksgiving turkey.)

If you're hungry for some additive free soup, try this simple recipe. If you don't have turkey, you can substitute chicken.
Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe

If you're hungry for some additive free and exotic soup, try this simple recipe with a few simple additions. Add some of your favorite curry powder to suit your taste. If you have fresh ginger, finely grate about a teaspoon full into the soup. Add chopped cilantro. Adjust these seasonings so that you enjoy an Indian inspired soup.

If you don't have turkey, you can substitute chicken.
Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe

Here is why it is a good idea to make additive free soup.
Food Additives and Attention Deficit Disorder