Patient's question:
My grandson is 4 years old. He loves colorful snacks very much. Recently, I feel that he is a bit restless. It seems like he might have ADHD. Could eating colorful snacks cause ADHD?Doctor's answer:
First. This edible dye will consume toxic substances in the human body. Interfere with normal metabolic reactions in the body. Thus affecting metabolic processes of sugar, fat, protein, vitamins, hormones, etc. Clinical manifestations include abdominal pain, indigestion, etc.Second. This synthetic pigment will also accumulate in the human body. Leading to chronic poisoning. When synthetic pigments adhere to the gastrointestinal wall, they can cause pathological changes. Adhering to urinary organs can easily induce the formation of stones.
Especially. Children's organs and tissues are relatively fragile and sensitive to chemicals. Excessive intake of synthetic pigments can affect the nervous system. Even lead to hyperactivity.