by Allan Wohrnitz (BSc)
When it comes to exams, the stress associated to exams, or
the need to focus while reading or driving or the need to work late to study
without falling asleep, what can one do to ensure one's nervous system and
nerves in the brain are able to cope. What about the physically normal child who
cannot concentrate who is then labelled a psychiatric “disease” (ADHD) and is
then rapidly drugged with mind altering psychiatric drugs?
The transmission of messages throughout the nervous system
can occur smoothly if the body is provided with the correct foods and nutrients.
There is no need for drugs to accelerate or reduce the normal processes in the
nervous system. The body is designed to adjust and repair itself provided it is
given the correct nutrients when needed. If the body is well fed, it will have
adequate reserves of essential nutrients to provide when called for.
The nervous system transmits its electrical messages
(impulses) between the nerve endings by means of neurotransmitters. For
concentration, mental sharpness and memory, it requires the production of acetylcholine. It is known as the
“memory neurotransmitter”. It is known to elevate mood, increase memory,
increase intelligence and physical energy. A god send for those who are losing
their memory!
The main building material for acetylcholine is
choline which is found in abundance in lecithin. Choline is a key nutrient of
the nervous system as it is used to as a building material for the nerve cells,
the protective shield of the nerve cell and nerves and for the production of
receptor sites. A receptor site is attached to the nerve ending to receive a
neurotransmitter. It allows the neurotransmitter to dock at the site and then
transmit the electrical impulse it carries to the next nerve.
Choline however does not readily pass through the blood
brain barrier to enter the brain. It so happens that when choline levels are low
in the brain, the body will grab choline from the nerve cells to build
acetylcholine. It cannibalises the nerve cells, which is the onset of Alzheimer's
disease. Alzheimer's disease is from a deficiency of acetylcholine.
The nutrient DMAE
(Di Methyl Amino Ethanol) passes readily through the blood brain barrier. It
then converts to choline in the brain. Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) is needed
as part of an enzyme to convert DMAE to acetylcholine. Reports
have shown that DMAE and Vit B5 is twice as effective than drugs in
treating kids with attention and concentration problems.
There are another two nutrients which are essential to the
production and reception of acetylcholine:
Phosphatidyl Choline (PC) – it works together with
DMAE to produce acetylcholine. PC, DMAE, the amino acids glutamine and carnitine
and B vitamins are essential nutrients to ensure acetylcholine is made. PC is
obtained from lecithin.
Phosphatidyl Serine (PS) – forms part of the
structure of the receptor site. PS, Omega 3 oils and an amino acid glutamine are
essential nutrients for the receptor sites. Their availability boosts the number
of receptor sites for acetylcholine. PS is sourced from organ meats, hence
vegetarians need supplementation of PS.
To ensure the smooth production of acetylcholine and
constant metabolism for energy production in all the cells, use herbs like Ginko
Biloba to improve the blood circulation in the brain so nutrients and oxygen do
arrive at all the cells when called for. Green tea to help prevent any toxic
build up to damage the nerve cells and neurotransmitters. If any nervousness or
anxiety due to exam stress, use Ginseng to calm one down and relax. Avoid junk
foods (list available on request), eat good proteins to provide the needed amino
acids, supplement with a good multivitamin and mineral and Omega 3 and 6 oils.
Avoid alcohol as it dissolves the essential fats in the
brain and blocks the conversion of fats for essential metabolic processes in the
brain.
Avoid processed cooking oils (triple refined oils – e.g.
canola and sunflower – commonly found in French fries, fried fish, doughnuts,
packaged chips – they block the conversion of omega 3 and 6 oils and messes up
the thinking process.
Drug treatments are very risky. They use up nutrients
rapidly creating almost instant deficiencies, hence the side effects. Drugs
deplete Calcium and Magnesium which results in anxiety, edgy feelings, nervous,
irritable and aggressive. There are numerous reports of aggressive behaviours in
children who have taken psychiatric drugs for learning or behaviour problems
which in the worst of cases resulted in school shootings and murders.
Suicide is also a deadly side effect and the FDA has
recently ordered drug manufacturers to label their drugs as such warning of
suicide tendencies – it is labeled with a black square on the packaging.
Ref: Optimum
Nutrition for the Mind – Patrick Holford
Success in using DMAE:
Dear Alan,
Thank you so
much for this article. My son Jonathan has been on DMAE for the last three
years and it has been nothing short of amazing. It has no side effects and
works like a dream. My son is better for it. |
| KC |
“I am more awake when I'm awake, and more sound asleep when
I'm asleep. Not only does my memory improve, but I have an easier time day
dreaming when I want to, and concentrating on real-world tasks when I want to.”
- (From excerpt in New Optimum Nutrition Bible by Patrick
Holford P.251) |
Allan has worked extensively in finding drug free solutions
for children with learning problems. He has done nutritional research to find
foods and nutrients that can help children as well as adults. He has designed
and developed supplementation to address those problems. In order to raise the
awareness of the dangers of drugging children with learning problems and
providing drug free solutions, he has written a book “The Rights of Children in
Education” to educate and empower parents and teachers to find real and safe
solutions for children. You can write to him directly via e-mail at
e-health@eca.co.za or visit
www.childrensrights.co.za to
guide you on any issues you might have with children or even yourself to assist
you restore and/or maintain your health without the use of drugs.
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