Laura Stevens, M.S.

Laura Stevens, M.Sci., has been researching the role of nutrition and food sensitivities in ADHD for more than 25 years since receiving her Master of Science degree from the Department of Nutrition Science at Purdue University. For her findings on children with ADHD and fatty acids, Dr. Stevens received the Dale Alexander International Award for Excellence in Fatty Acid Research. In addition to her research, Stevens has also published over seven books, including Twelve Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child, and a newsletter called Your ADD/ADHD Newsletter.

Feature Articles

The Sugar Wars: How Diet Impacts ADHD Symptoms
Simple changes in diet — like cutting back on sugary snacks — could bring out... more »
10 Simple Summer Dinners for ADHD Children
Easy dinner ideas that deliver needed nutrition to ADHD children and take the heat off... more »
The Magic Mineral
There are simple ways to help your child get more iron — a nutrient shown... more »
Bulimia and ADHD: Is Your Daughter At Risk for an Eating Disorder?
Impulsive adolescent girls, particularly ones with ADHD, are especially prone to eating disorders like bulimia... more »
11 Meals to Fuel the ADHD Brain
These easy-to-make meals, for any time of day, contain the protein and ADHD-friendly vitamins and... more »
Are Fruit Loops Evil? ADHD Hyperactivity and Food Dyes
Artificial dyes in foods can cause hyperactivity in a child with attention deficit disorder (ADHD)... more »
The Benefits of Breakfast Are Real — and Delicious
High protein breakfast foods help boost focus and mood all day long. Use these recipe... more »

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		Laura Stevens, M.S. Laura Stevens, M.Sci., has been researching the role of nutrition and food sensitivities in ADHD for more than 25 years since receiving her Master of Science degree from the Department of Nutrition Science at Purdue University. For her findings on children with ADHD and fatty acids, Dr. Stevens received the Dale Alexander International Award for Excellence in Fatty Acid Research. In addition to her research, Stevens has also published over seven books, including Twelve Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child, and a newsletter called Your ADD/ADHD Newsletter. Feature Articles The Sugar Wars: How Diet Impacts ADHD Symptoms Simple changes in diet — like cutting back on sugary snacks — could bring out... more » 10 Simple Summer Dinners for ADHD Children Easy dinner ideas that deliver needed nutrition to ADHD children and take the heat off... more » The Magic Mineral There are simple ways to help your child get more iron — a nutrient shown... more » Bulimia and ADHD: Is Your Daughter At Risk for an Eating Disorder? Impulsive adolescent girls, particularly ones with ADHD, are especially prone to eating disorders like bulimia... more » 11 Meals to Fuel the ADHD Brain These easy-to-make meals, for any time of day, contain the protein and ADHD-friendly vitamins and... more » Are Fruit Loops Evil? ADHD Hyperactivity and Food Dyes Artificial dyes in foods can cause hyperactivity in a child with attention deficit disorder (ADHD)... more » The Benefits of Breakfast Are Real — and Delicious High protein breakfast foods help boost focus and mood all day long. Use these recipe... more »