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Why wouldn't you want to give your child the best start in life?

None of us would like our child to suffer from:

  •    Recurrent colds

  •    Asthma

  •    Skin complaints

  •    Ear Infections (Otitis media)

  •    Behavioural disorders (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism)

  •    Poor growth

  •    Learning difficulties

 Nutrients consistently found lacking in children include:

  •    Zinc

  •    Vitamin B6

  •    Magnesium

  •    Omega-3 fatty acids (particularly docosahexanoic acid – DHA)

 

Iron deficiency may contribute to the physiopathology of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2004;158:1113-1115

Zinc is an important co-factor for functioning of neurotransmitters, fatty acids, prostaglandins, and melatonin. Zinc indirectly affects dopamine metabolism, believed to be intimately involved in ADHD. This may explain why children with low zinc levels also have low omega-3 fatty acids in the blood. Zinc levels may be reduced by ingestion of tartrazine (yellow dye added to many processed foods) and subsequent worsening of symptoms. Nutrition Care Bulletin, September 2004.

Omega-3 fatty acids make up 40% of the dry volume of the brain. Deficiencies cause abnormal structure of brain cells. Nerve cells can misfire, causing nerve dysfunction. Information processing in the brain is impaired, leading to attention deficits, behavioural problems, learning difficulties, mood disorders, sleep problems, dyslexia and autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Jacques Duff. Neurological Health Symposium 20/11/04. Swinburne University

Dietary Supplements Improve Cognitive Development in Children

European researchers have demonstrated that a multiple vitamin and DHA (fish oil) given regularly to children significantly boosts their learning power and cognitive performance. This study is important because many of the children who improved were already considered properly nourished and not suffering from any specific problem such as ADD.  

By adding extra B vitamins, minerals, and DHA these children experienced significant improvement in brain development. This study confirms the positive use of nutrition during the development of the brain to enhance genetic potential and raise intelligence.

Recommended supplements: 

Multivitamin/mineral formulas: Multi Care For Kids, Kids Plus, Children's Formula or Nutri 21

Essential Fatty Acids: Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil or Udo's DHA Oil Blend

Zinc: Zymin

Iron: Organic Iron Tonic

Effect of Multivitamin / Mineral on Frequency of Illness in Kindergarten Children  

  •    37 kindergarten children were given a chewable multi, during the winter period

  •    Only 1 child required antibiotics in this period vs 12 controls (3 on more than one occasion)

  •    When exposed to chickenpox, only 11 of 37 vitamin-treated children contracted chicken pox (usually contagious in over 90%)

  •    The increase in height of the treated children was significantly greater than that for controls

Source: Effect of preparations combining trace-elements and vitamins on the frequency of illness among children attending kindergarten. Orv Hetil. 2001 Feb 11;142(6):283-7.

There is no doubt that nutritional supplements can be of benefit for the proper development of our children. As I consider a multivitamin and omega-3 fatty acids absolutely essential for growing children, I am offering, at a reduced price, two child friendly products, which provide your child with practitioner quality, nutritional supplementation to maintain the health of your child’s body, brain, and immune system. A Daily Maintenance Pack of a multi-vitamin & mineral supplement  and essential fatty acids (omega-3) for healthy brain development for just $1.50 a day to ensure your child receives the nutrients their body and brain need to give them a great start in life. This is less than the cost of a cup of coffee a day! Would you neglect your child's health for so little, yet pay hundreds for tuition, medical assessments, medications, time lost from work?

If you are busy, working and have no time, then you certainly do not have the time and energy to look after a sick child! 

So it only makes sense to keep our children as healthy as possible. Something as simple as a good quality multivitamin can give them a great boost, is not expensive and gives you peace of mind that they are receiving adequate vital nutrients.

 

Recommended supplements: 

Multivitamin/mineral formulas: Multi Care For Kids, Kids Plus or Children's Formula

Essential Fatty Acids: Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil or Udo's DHA Oil Blend

Zinc: Zymin

Iron: Organic Iron Tonic

 

For advice or to book a consultation for your child with an experienced practitioner, call (03) 8802 7687 or email me. 

 

Disclaimer

This website has no financial connection to the supplement or health products industry.

The information on this website is provided as a guide to your healthcare options only.  The All Natural Advantage website makes no statements, representations or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of, and should not be relied on as a sole source of information.  We take no responsibility or liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for any expenses, losses, damages or costs you might incur as a result of the information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way, and for any reason including but not limited to, you deciding whether or not to choose specific treatment based on the information.

Please contact me or another qualified health professional before embarking on any health treatment program

 
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Last modified: 05/28/08

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