Doctors and ADHD specialists have debunked Joe Wicks' claim that ultra-processed food causes ADHD, saying such statements are 'abjectly wrong' and perpetuating 'myths' based on 'poorly researched and incorrect opinions'
Doctors and ADHD specialists have debunked Joe Wicks' claim that ultra-processed food causes ADHD, saying such statements are 'abjectly wrong' and perpetuating 'myths' based on 'poorly researched and incorrect opinions'ByBritish fitness coach Joe Wicks has come under heavy criticism for claiming that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – ADHD – is caused by ultra-processed foods .
“They’re struggling at school with focus, they’re gaining weight, and probably having really low energy crashes because these foods are just not going to give your children the energy they need to sustain a healthy day — a balanced level of energy,” he added.ADHD UK, the UK’s leading neurodiversity charity, spoke out against Wicks’ comments in a statement posted on Instagram, calling his claim “disappointing,” “misleading,” “wrong,” and “damaging”.
Dr Max Davie, co-founder of the charity and consultant paediatrician with a specialism in ADHD, joined Shelford in debunking Wicks’ claim. “Sadly, ADHD is still associated with persistent and damaging myths, misunderstandings, and stigma, with much of the stigma around ADHD falling on mothers, so Joe Wicks perpetuating these myths by sharing poorly researched and incorrect opinions on processed food and ADHD will only add to the societal stigma that people with ADHD have to face on a daily basis,” Dr Brown said.
Common symptoms of ADHD include inattentiveness – difficulty concentrating and focusing – and hyperactivity and impulsiveness, with many people falling into both categories.
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