> I know of an excellent supplement that seems to work very well
> against
> ADD (concentration problems). It's called diosmin and it's extracted
> from fruits (oranges). There is evidence that diosmin inhibits
> neurotransmitter breakdown in vitro (reaction tube). You HAVE TO take
> diosmin along with Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 1000 mg - 3000 mg a day
> or it might not work. Diosmin might influence the metabolism of other
> medications, therefore you should not take other meds along with
> diosmin. This supplement is normally indicated for varicose veins.

> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diosmin

> "Diosmin prolongs the vasoconstrictor effect of noradrenaline on the
> vein wall, increasing venous tone, and therefore reducing venous
> capacitance, distensibility, and stasis. This increases the venous
> return and reduces venous hyperpressure present in patients suffering
> from CVI."

> It mentions noradrenaline and the related article shows that this
> neurotransmitter has much to do with ADD.

> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noradrenaline

> I don't know if it is completely safe (even thought clinical data
> indicates that diosmin is VERY safe and it does not influence blood
> pressure like amphetamines do).

> It seems to work even better then the conventional meds (concerta).
> It
> worked so well, that one of these days for the first time of my
> entire
> life I could focus on holding a conversation without any
> difficulties.
> At other times, I could easily clean the entire house or cook
> something without taking frequent breaks. And then there were these
> moments I felt very quiet in head. Can't be coincidence.

> I use 4x450 mg = 1800 mg diosmin a day along with 1500 - 2000 mg
> Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) a day.

> If it works for you, then please spread the word about diosmin. It
> will help others.