Attention, Behavior, and Minerals

 By R.H. Anderson, Ph.D., LCSW

One of the greatest mysteries of our current medical community is why there are so many youth and adults without the ability to focus, concentrate, and learn skills the “normal” way. One need only read the paper to hear stories of special education facilities in schools incapable of dealing with the number of students that cannot function in a regular classroom because they cannot sit still, focus on work, remember their assignments, etc. The cost of these children to society in education and as they grow into adults with many of the same problems prompted Associated Interventions and Counseling, Inc. of Ogden, UT to explore further.

No one can say for certain why these problems exist in our society at this time and in other industrialized societies, but there are viable explanations. We do know that the foods we eat are no longer ripened to maturity on the plant, but picked at immaturity for better handling and shipping. We also know that most foods are grown in chemically treated soils to enrich growth, weight, and fight pests. Residual chemicals are part of the food we eat. We also know the basic eating habits and styles of industrialized nations reflect more additives and preservatives and less fresh, properly prepared diets. It was with this information that Associated Interventions and Counseling, Inc. of Ogden, UT sought to discover if the use of mineral supplements could help these children and adults do better and calm down to a level they could function and learn better.

As part of this exploration, a study was set using a test known as the TOVA (Test of Variable Attentiveness) to measure the impulsivity, hyperactivity, reaction time and variability (ability to stay with the task at hand). A scientifically significant number of participants (n=34)was found that showed signs of these traits in their testing. Participants used in this study demonstrated on this scientifically validated test that they possessed the traits of impulsivity, hyperactivity, poor reaction time, or difficulty staying on task. They were administered ten (10) drops of Concentrated Mineral Drops (CMD). These minerals were given to them orally in juice (approximately eight ounces). Electron-microscope studies shown that such administration reaches the system within approximately 45 minutes. Forty-five minutes after ingesting the minerals, they were tested again using the TOVA. The TOVA is fully validated to not be learned and create the problem called test-retest problems. Therefore, the results of the second test would clearly show if there was an effect by the administration of the minerals.

The results were astounding! In approximately, 80 percent of the cases, there was a significant decrease in either impulsivity, hyperactivity, reaction time, or variability. In several cases, the original test had revealed the child or adult to show the measurements typical of a person with problems maintaining attention and 45 minutes later, they results of a person with typical and normal attention. No one can say for sure exactly what the minerals did for the participants, buts the effect cannot be denied. Whether the minerals have the ability to help the nerve impulses get 

to the proper parts of the brain and body better, restore communication and electrical balance in the body or serve another purpose is not clear at this junction. It would appear that at a synaptic level of nerve endings, there is a change in the mineral balance allowing for nerve impulses to cross over and meet with the correct receptor more often and with greater ease. In many people, the nerve impulses appear to be moving through non-conductive space whereas after the minerals, the space is more conductive and the nerve impulses increase their efficiency. What is clear is that both the adults and the children reduced their negative characteristics at significant measures and with administration of a natural product instead of the use of potentially dangerous drugs.

Further investigation into this new informations found that when used in doses of ten to twenty-five drops, three times a day, this calmness and better attention to detail could be maintained. The participants explained, “I listened better.,” “I didn’t get in trouble today for the first time!,” Mom and Dad are not yelling as much. It is sure better at home.” It was further discovered that the drops when used in conjunction with a products called “Rest” and “Stress”, there was an immediate and dramatic increase in the ability to fall asleep at night, sleep soundly and peacefully, wake refreshed and calm. When the drops and the Rest and Stress were taken during the day, there were reports of better work performance in both adults and youth, a greater calmness, less anxiety, decreased stress, and an increase in the ability to follow directions and complete tasks.

Scientifically, it is not possible to tell exactly what happened with the administration of the electrical system of the body modified and connected better after administration of the minerals as in a synaptic change of electrical conductivity. There is need to see if the minerals aiding the ability of the body to get the nutrients it needs, increases the natural ability of the body to operate as designed. There is also need to accept that the results clearly indicate that the administration of the minerals to people with trouble focusing, being impulsive, not listening as they should, and not functioning as normal made a significant difference. The reasons now need further exploration. Fortunately, unlike the use of medications, there is no need to worry about side effects or long-term damage to the person or body when the minerals are used and further research proceeds. Their natural origins make them a viable alternative for use.

It is important to note that the minerals did not and will not “cure.” They are not designed to cure. The body has the capacity to cure itself in many cases if it has the materials it needs to do so. It would appear in this study that the body, once receiving natural, ionic minerals, moves towards homeostasis or balance on its own. The organisms cannot work without the correct balance of minerals and other necessary components, and our current society is not receiving them nutritionally. The minerals appear to be doing so. This may well be a far greater value to the new generation than we can imagine if used wisely.

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