Keep them busy. Lots of energy zapping activities. Running, bike riding, dancing. Anything that chews up his energy supply. Check his diet, part of his behaviour could be due to food, most likely additives

Let him spend as much time outside as possible!

He might just be bored, take him to the park as often as you can and let him run crazy and get that energy out, some kids have too much energy to just sit and play, especially being a boy, they seem to have more energy than girls. Goodluck

Give him lots of activities that might tire him out. Both mentally and physically.

assess what foods your giving him, preservatives could be hyping him up or too much sugar

Some kids are jus hypo! Very exhausting for u

Can you enrol him in some sports classes to burn off the energy? They will also give him exercises he can practice at home, i.e. practicing his kicking for soccer, his jumping and tumbling for gymnastics.

Lots of physical activities should help

cut out all processed foods.

Find out if he is allergic to certain foods

I definitely agree with feeding him only natural foods, cut out all additives and artificial crap. I’m in the process of doing this as I think it is what makes my four year old play up.

Keep him of the sugars n food colourings

Lots of dress-ups and character play so they can run around ‘being’ whoever (and tiring themselves out!) . Afewgood swordfights outside and then he might be happy to watch Power Rangers for a while?

try engaging him in all sorts of physical activities so that he tires out.

Which foods help calm hyperactive kids?

Experts recommend taking a look at the foods your kids are eating to find out why certain foods make them hyper, cranky or irritable. Find out which foods should be avoided and which foods you should incorporate into their daily diet.

How can foods affect your child’s behavior? Kids that eat foods high in sugar or refined carbs, such as white rice and white flour products can experience a drop in blood glucose which can affect their mood.

“[These foods] can trigger the release of regulatory counter “stress” hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. These are the “fight or flight” hormones that make us fidgety, irritable and anxious — certainly not something that we want to occur in our young children who are already rambunctious by nature,” explains Dr. Ann Kulze, M.D. of http://www.dranns10steps.com.

Kulze says that of all the organs in the body, “The brain is the most sensitive and the most discriminating in terms of its nutritional needs.” She says that in order to get the most out of your brain you need to give it a constant and steady supply of blood sugar as well as amino acids, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids.

Switch out processed foods for natural foods

“Food additives and colors plus artificial sweeteners make the nervous system overactive.”

“Food additives and colors plus artificial sweeteners make the nervous system overactive. That’s in addition to what too much sugar can do,” explains Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, Center for Chiropractic Wellness.

“Foods that have calcium and magnesium, like vegetables, nuts and seeds, can be calming,” adds Greenfield.

Researchers are continually looking at how food coloring and preservatives influence hyperactivity in children and experts like Kulze suggest eating as many natural foods as possible and avoiding “factory made” food choices.

Calming food choices

Some of Kulze’s top snack picks for kids include instant oatmeal, granola bars, air-popped popcorn, hard-boiled omega-3 fortified eggs, stone ground tortilla chips, fruit smoothies with wheat germ, and dark chocolate.

She also recommends incorporating these foods into your children’s diet:
•Cut fresh veggies (baby carrots, celery sticks, bell pepper strips,
broccoli/cauliflower florets, etc.) – serve along with a “healthy dip” like hummus, low-fat salad dressing, guacamole or salsa.
•Low-fat yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese – plain, sweetened with blended fruit or a bit of frozen concentrated fruit juice is best. If you use low-fat fruit flavored yogurts, cut in half with plain to reduce their sugar content.
•Nuts or seeds – almonds, cashews, walnuts, peanuts, etc. Don’t forget about sunflower seeds and toasted pumpkin seeds. Try roasted soy nuts.
•Fresh, frozen or dried fruit – serve cut up in an interesting cup or bowl. Even better, create a “healthful” fruit/yogurt parfait by alternating layers of fruit with low-fat yogurt and granola.
•Reduced-fat cheese – you can now find an amazing array of cheeses made from 2-percent milk in lots of kid-friendly packaging.
•Whole grain crackers, like Ak-mak, Kashi TLC, or Triscuits with 2-percent milk cheese, peanut butter, almond nut butter, hummus, salsa or spreadable fruit.
•Healthy cereals – dry or with skim or low-fat milk. To select a healthy cereal, be sure it contains at least 3 grams of fiber per serving and that you see the word “whole” as the first word in the ingredients list.

Healthy options to satisfy a sweet tooth

If you’re looking to satisfy your child’s sweet tooth, Kulze suggests trying fresh fruit smoothies, or light ice cream topped with berries. Homemade “healthy” cookies are all good alternatives to store-bought pastries and candy.

Kulze suggests avoiding processed foods with additives, particularly food dyes and refined carbohydrates and sugars. “The worst choices here would be donuts, pastries, cupcakes, cake, candy (especially those with lots of food dye), sugary kids’ cereals, Lunchables, pancakes (waffles [white flour-based]), soda and other sugar-fortified beverages (fruit drinks, sports drinks) and white bagels,” says Kulze.

Consider these calming foods for kids next time your little one is craving something sweet:
•Peaches – The peach contains a natural sedative that can help alleviate stress and anxiety to help calm and relax the mind. Next time your hyperactive child wants a sugary treat, hand him a peach instead.
•Berries – When kids are feeling hyper or wound up, a bowl of berries can do wonders. Blueberries, raspberries and strawberries contain healthy antioxidants and vitamin C, plus they help prevent a boost in cortisol — the “stress hormone” produced by the adrenal gland.
•Oranges – Give a child an orange to peel. The few minutes it takes for him to slow down and do it will be calming in itself. Plus, the vitamin C and muscle-relaxing potassium also will do him some good. Apples and bananas are also good sources of vitamins and minerals that can help calm your hyperactive child. All-natural applesauce is also a fantastic choice.
•Dark chocolate – So it’s not as sweet as milk chocolate, but dark chocolate is a lot healthier. It can help reduce cortisol levels as well as lower the levels of epinephrine and norepinephrine — which make kids (and adults) anxious and nervous.
•Ice cream – Not any ice cream. Low-sugar, low-fat vanilla bean ice cream. Make sure it’s made from real vanilla beans. Vanilla is known for its calming properties.

Calming nighttime snacks

Next time your hyperactive child wants a snack before bed, reach for one of these calming options:
•Whole grain crackers and peanut butter
•Oatmeal topped with bananas and walnuts
•Chopped fresh peaches warmed in the microwave and topped with a little milk
•Whole grain English muffin topped with melted low-fat cheese
•Smashed bananas on whole wheat toast

If your nighttime routine is anything but dreamy, Cyrus Schwartz, father of three and president of Mountainside Farms and ZenSoy, says, “Before bed, children should always avoid caffeinated beverages, candy, high-sugar fruit juice and ice cream.”

“In terms of caffeine intake for children, a safe bet is to limit your children to 45 milligrams per day, an equivalent of a 12-ounce soda,” says Schwartz.

Schwartz’s list of healthy nighttime snacks includes low-fat milk, soy products, peanut butter and cheeses.

Most 3 year olds are hyperactive at least some of the time. If your child is so active that you worry about keeping him safe, it might be time to consult your pediatrician. Although pediatricians rarely prescribe medication for a preschooler, there are many other strategies that can help.

Activity Level

Sometimes it’s hard to discern between typical preschool behavior and something more serious. Spend time with other children at the park or in a play group. These experiences might relieve your mind about your own child’s behavior. On the other hand, if your child seems excessively hyperactive in comparison to other children or seems to have other problems, such as a language or motor delay, seek an expert opinion.

Motor Activities

Preschoolers need several hours of active play every day to support their growing bodies, but active play is even more important for a hyperactive child. Take a walk, kick a ball or play in the backyard. The more time your child spends outdoors, the better. In fact, a study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder were substantially less hyperactive when they regularly played outdoors in green spaces. Tumbling classes can also be helpful because the actions of turning upside down and rolling calm the nervous system.

Limit Technology

It’s probably tempting to park your hyperactive child in front of the television so you can have a break, but too much technology can actually cause hyperactivity. According to David Walsh, a licensed psychologist, college professor and author of “Smart Parenting, Smarter Kids,” the bright lights and constantly changing images on television, video games and computer games stimulate the brain’s reflexive center, which is designed to alert humans to danger. This hyper-alert state makes it difficult for children to focus on tasks that require more sustained attention, such as reading a book, working on a puzzle or playing a board game. Limit all types of media to no more than one hour per day, and avoid programs with violent content.

Support

Parenting a hyperactive 3 year old can try even the most patient parent. To aggravate the situation, strangers, neighbors and even family members may express judgments about your child or your parenting. Try not to listen to well-meant, but unhelpful, advice. Avoid guilt traps or worries that you somehow caused your child’s behavior. Instead, focus on maintaining loving, nurturing bonds with your little one. Set reasonable limits and consistently stick to them — even when you’re tired. Seek help from empathetic pediatricians, counselors or even other parents who’ve been there.
hope this helps

Many foods and drinks for kids are full of additives that kids are sensitive to aren’t always sugar.Educate yourself on whats what on the packaging labels.Only give your child water,not those” healthy” juices that are marketed to make you believe you are doing your kids a favour by giving them.Get back to basics,fruit and vegies as snacks,not processed rubbish.try and keep a food diary for a week or so,writing down what they eat and what behavior follows soon afte,its an easy way to eliminate the bad foods.
Ive had people ask me if I drugged my kids,because they were so mellow,but I would tell them that Im a mean mum and only give them healthy foods and water.Lollies were a huge no no and specials were mangoes and any other lovely fruit on the market,fresh or dried
My sons are all grown now and still healthy eaters and thankful to us for teaching them healthy eating
Kids only know what you give them,so always give them real food.

One of my boys sounds very similar. I keep him busy, give him lots of physical exercise (just running around the yard which takes little effort) and try and be consistently disciplining him with regard to the unacceptable behaviour.

Diet can improve kids with ADHD.. Maybe childcare one day a week lol.
Try a reward system with very special stickers .. when he gets 10 stickers he gets a little present..

Maybe look at the ‘fed up’ or ‘fail safe’ diets..?