diet and performance

It should be no surprise to those who already think that human beings are whole and that mind, body and spirit are but aspects of the greater whole and that each will influence and affect the other in appropriate conditions. I used to work in a wholefood shop, and it's great to see the philosophy we worked by [that diet is important and can have significant effects on our health and performance] seems to be gaining support. In this case it is being touted that "teachers welcomed children eating healthier food which would improve their concentration and behaviour".

However, it should be said that the fish oils thing is still being investigated and that studies are not conclusive about omega 3 and 6 effects on behaviour and concentration. So watch this space.

We should also note that if a link is demonstrated, there then needs to be some wrangling over administration: teachers don't want to be co-opted into medical practice, fearing the effects on their relationships with parents, for example. See the article for more details.  Politically, there is some support for that caution. Sarah Teather, the Liberal Democrat education spokeswoman, added: "It is important to provide parents with the information they need, but that is a far cry from compulsory mass medication. There is a danger the government is trying to use such studies to divert attention from their failure to provide a good education for all our children."

As for me, I will be interested professionally, it reminds me to be prepared to ask dietary questions of the people I soulbefriend, supervise or teach ...