Some experts think that the belief that sugar causes hyperactivity stems from a distortion of the Feingold Diet, which actually places the blame on salicylates and food additives.

While it's prudent to avoid overconsuming food additives, doing so might not prevent all the conditions listed by the Feinberg Association. Get details here.

This short blurb summarizes the position of the NIH on the effects of sugar and food additives on the behavior of children.

No, your toddler isn't drinking a tall frappucino, but the caffeine in sodas and chocolates can cause hyperactivity; check out these warnings and helpful hints.

Can parents tell when their diabetic child's blood sugar is too high just by his hyperactive behavior? One study seems to support that claim.

Kids are going to eat sugar and be active, but when should they be labeled hyperactive? This developmental psychologist gives some good advice.

Does your bipolar child have intense cravings for carbs or throw a tantrum if he doesn't get what he wants right away? If so, he's not alone. Read more here.

Confused about the correlation between sugar and hyperactivity? This short encyclopedia entry explains what's known, what's undetermined and what's best.

It doesn't really matter what the conflicting studies say; too much sugar is bad for children for many reasons. Why not conduct your own experiment to see if limiting sugar limits hyperactivity?

Read about an interesting study and some theories on why one scientist doesn't believe sugar causes hyperactivity.