They need to be taken off all junk foods. This kind of child can go wild if exposed to these substances. Foster children whose biological homes have often been difficult places to live have most often been given lots of junk food to survive on. Often these children are also sensitive to sugar and can become hyperactive if allowed to eat sugary foods. Milk and wheat are common culprits.
Many sensitive children drink rice or soy milk successfully, substituting it for cow's milk.
They need treatment for other medical or dental problems which show up in the examination and probably have been seriously neglected. Whatever the treatment, it needs to be given with love. The child needs to be given a healthy surrounding lifestyle, with plenty of fresh air and exercise and a good school program. Co-President, WMA Go to Top of Page. Return to Main Menu. .