Introduction

Benjamin F. Feingold, M.D., (born June 15, 1899 - March 23, 1982) was a pediatric allergist from California, who proposed in 1973 that salicylates, artificial colors, and artificial flavors cause hyperactivity in children. (Hyperactivity is now medically classified as attention deficit disorder ADD or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

To treat or prevent hyperactivity, Feingold suggested a diet that was free of salicylates, artificial colors, artificial flavors, BHA, and BHT. There has been much debate about the efficacy of the diet, with many mainstream medical practitioners denying that it is of any use, while many people living with ADHD, parents of children with ADHD, and a large number of medical practitioners claim that it is effective in the management of ADHD and a number of other conditions.

Book

Feingold BF. 1975. Why Your Child is Hyperactive. 1st ed. New York:Random House.

References

• Benjamin F. Feingold at wikipedia
  *The Feingold Association