Dietary patterns are associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms among preschoolers in mainland China.

Shuangqin Yan, Hui Cao, Chunli Gu, Lingling Ni, Huihui Tao, Ting Shao, Yeqing Xu, Fangbiao Tao

November 2018 Eur J Clin Nutr

Synopsis of Social media discussions

These discussions reflect a moderate level of agreement and curiosity about the connection between dietary patterns and ADHD, exemplified by posts questioning vegan diets' role and citing similar research from other countries. The tone varies from skeptical to investigative, contributing to their overall moderate scores across all dimensions.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings, with some arguing that plant-based diets could be linked to increased ADHD symptoms based on certain social discussions.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

The posts demonstrate moderate interest, referencing the study directly and debating its implications without deep technical analysis.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

People are actively engaging by sharing their views, citing related research, and raising questions about diet and health impacts.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The conversations could influence public perceptions about diet and ADHD, especially with references to other studies and real-world implications like medication shortages.

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70,295

Total Likes

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Extended Reach

96,723

Social Features

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    @ThelastStyleb16 (Twitter)

    RT @VeganRecovering: Could #vegan and vegetarian diets be contributing to the #adhd epidemic that has lead to an #adderall shortage? https:…
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  • Recovering Vegan
    @VeganRecovering (Twitter)

    Could #vegan and vegetarian diets be contributing to the #adhd epidemic that has lead to an #adderall shortage? https://t.co/yUHbUpnshZ
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  • しーさん
    @shiisanshop (Twitter)

    RT @Hiroto73981960: 菜食が多い3-6歳の子供はADHDの症状を出現している割合が低く、加工食品とスナック菓子が多い子供はADHDの症状を有する割合が高かった。 中国での3-6歳児14,912人の横断研究。 因果関係は証明できませんが、加工食品とスナック菓子…
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    July 10, 2022

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  • Dr.ヒロト@健康科学マニア
    @Hiroto73981960 (Twitter)

    菜食が多い3-6歳の子供はADHDの症状を出現している割合が低く、加工食品とスナック菓子が多い子供はADHDの症状を有する割合が高かった。 中国での3-6歳児14,912人の横断研究。 因果関係は証明できませんが、加工食品とスナック菓子は控えて菜食ベースにするのはよさそう。 https://t.co/MzRwg0SQeQ
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    @BitcoinLabrador 1/ Yes, and this gets me curious because while i've been learning about plant based diets for the past 4 years i've never heard or found scientific evidence about it being linked to such disease,all I found was even the oposite: https://t.co/trkSXpbXOp So I would look at the...
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    December 27, 2020

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    November 10, 2020

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    Lee 2020: Dietary patterns are associated with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms among preschoolers in South Korea: A prospective cohort study https://t.co/Q8jNOnLhoE via @httpstwittercomshulae https://t.co/d8edU8H86V
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Abstract Synopsis

  • The study examined dietary patterns among preschoolers in Maanshan, China, and their relationship to ADHD symptoms, identifying five main patterns, with processed and snack patterns linked to higher ADHD risk, and vegetarian patterns linked to lower risk.
  • Using questionnaires and statistical analysis, researchers found that children consuming more processed and snack foods were more likely to exhibit ADHD symptoms, while those with vegetarian diets showed fewer symptoms.
  • Overall, the research suggests that unhealthy dietary choices (processed snacks) may increase ADHD symptoms in preschoolers, whereas healthier vegetarian diets could have a protective effect.]