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Feingold 1977: Hyperkinesis and Learning Disabilities Linked to the Ingestion of Artificial Food Colors and Flavors

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Speech to American Academy of Pediatrics, New York Hilton Hotel, November 8, 1977. QUOTE:  ”Recognizing that any compound under the appropriate conditions can induce adverse reactions, including behavioral disturbances, it becomes necessary to evaluate each compound or class of compounds … Continue reading →

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Feingold 1976: Hyperkinesis and Learning Disabilities Linked to the Ingestion of Artificial Food Colors and Flavors

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Feingold76Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1976. Vol.9(9) pp.19-27 Dr. Feingold reviews the historical background of hyperkinesis (hyperactivity) and learning disabilities, and discusses the food additives.   He explains the importance of artificial food dyes and flavors. MedLine || Full Text

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Spring 1976: Food Additives and Hyperkinesia: A Critical Evaluation of the Evidence

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Journal of Learning Disabilities, November 1976 vol.9 no.9 p.560-569 Spring reviewed the few studies available at that time and concluded that there was no “epidemic” of hyperactivity in the 1970s because a particular WISC reading score average was higher in … Continue reading →

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Feingold 1975: Hyperkinesis and learning disabilities linked to artificial food flavors and colors

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  The American Journal of Nursing, 1975 May;75(5):797-803. QUOTE:  “… It is important to recognize that this entire behavioral pattern is beyond the child’s voluntary control. He does not choose to be a failure nor does he want to be … Continue reading →

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