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The first years of life are marked by significant immune system and nervous system development. Receiving important levels of key nutrients during childhood is essential for proper growth and body functions. Learning healthy diet and lifestyle habits at a very young age will help create a strong foundation and establish healthy living patterns for future years.
Nutritional Supplements
Essential Products for Children
MULTIVITAMIN/MULTIMINERAL(Age 1+)
It is important that children receive the right amounts of vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium, and vitamin D as well as other nutrients for proper development. Children’s multivitamins come in a variety of tasty flavors that kids love, yet can still be low in sugar. They are available in easy to take forms, such as tiny tablets, liquids, chewable tablets, and gummy bears.
• Recommended - Metagenics Multigenics® Chewable
ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS (Age 4+)
Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are vital to proper growth and development. Studies show that taking EFAs, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), during the early developmental years can significantly enhance learning capacity and academic performance, as well as have a beneficial role in the prevention of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
• Recommended - Pathway Fish Oil (Lemon/Lime Flavor Liquid)
• Recommended - Pathway Neuromins® DHA
PROBIOTICS
Taking probiotics is so beneficial to your child’s health. Friendly bacteria help to enhance immunity, reduce allergic reactions, and promote healthy digestion, regular bowel activity, as well as aid in the absorption of minerals and the manufacturing of needed B vitamins. Anytime they are taking antibiotics, rebalancing with probiotics is necessary.
• Recommended - Metagenics Ultra Bifidus® DF (Age 0+)
• Recommended - Pathway Children’s Acidophilus (Age 5+)
Optional Products for Children
BONE NUTRIENTS (Age 2+)
Calcium and other bone minerals are needed to build strong bones. Because bones often weaken during old age, getting these nutrients in childhood is important so kids enter their adulthood with the strongest and most durable bones possible.
• Recommended - Metagenics Cal Apatite® Chewable
IMMUNE SUPPORT (Age 1+)
Good nutrition is essential to building and maintaining a strong and healthy immune system. Poor eating habits lead to nutritional deficiencies that weaken the immune system and invite illness. Adding vitamin C, zinc, and other helpful nutrients and herbs can enhance defenses against illness.
• Recommended - Metagenics Ultra Potent C® Chewable
*The information in this reference document is not intended to be a substitute for advice or treatment from a qualified physician, nor is it intended to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Consult your physician prior to starting any new health program or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition.
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