Kids Electrolyte

Two of Organika’s Kids Supplements Have Earned the Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) Seal From one family to another, the entire Organika Kids line was created to help parents provide essential nutrients to their littles in easy, child-friendly, no-fuss formats. Formulations are carefully created, third-party tested and now being recognized by parent groups as some of the best kids supplements on the market. PTPA Seal on Baby Probiotic Drops with Vitamin D and Li'l Kids Multi Vitamin Spray Made for kids, recommended by parents. The PTPA seal has been earned for our Li'l Kids Multi Vitamin Spray and Baby Probiotic Drops with Vitamin D. Both of these products were one of the first to be introduced as part of the kids supplements at Organika. The Li'l Kids Multi Vitamin Spray is targeted for kids aged 1-3. It provides essential vitamins for your toddler’s growing needs in an easy spray format. It’s great to support growth and development, provide immune support, eye health, and more. Baby Probiotic Drops With Vitamin D comes with a dropper, so it can be easily provided to breast-fed infants to help maintain a healthy gut flora, support healthy bone and teeth development, and reduce colic. Both supplements are key for the baby to toddler stage, a time where parents are forever concerned about their child's development. To have a seal of approval from other parents confirms we are helping our community and the children within it! What is PTPA exactly? Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) is a community of parents sharing valuable feedback about products, awarding those they recommend through consumer testing and reviews. The PTPA Seal of Approval Award is a consumer-voted awards program focusing on everyday consumer goods products with families in mind. The seal certifies that the products have been evaluated and tested by several parents who feel strong enough about the product to recommend it as something to be used. It is a high standard, as it should be, as far as our little ones are concerned. From baby to adult, it’s a good feeling to be able to take care of the entire family’s needs. Shop Kids Collection Making living healthy achievable for everyone in your life – at all life stages.

What are the various formats kids' supplements come in? Which is best? So, you’ve concluded that you want to provide some nutritional support via supplements to your little ones. Great idea! It’s always valuable to give your kids a healthy head start, especially for picky eaters! The next step – picking out ones that are right for your child. But wait, there are multiple formats kids' supplements come in: liquid, sprays, gummies and chewables. Which one is best? Chewables Chewable vitamins or tablets, are a classic supplement format (who remembers Flintstone vitamins?) that have been around for many years. It's a great option for ages 4 and up, or if a child has difficulty swallowing pills. Aside from being tasty and dissolvable, a major benefit is the fact that chewables can be made with a good density of nutrition. In other words, there is a higher vitamin/mineral content that can be packed into a chewable tablet than a gummy, for example. A downfall of chewables is the sometimes-chalky texture described by some. Recommend if: your child is 4+, does not mind chewing, and you are concerned with amount of nutrition per serving. Liquid Liquid is also popular amongst kids of all ages. Often supplements (or medicine) that are in liquid form are recommended for ages 1-13. In terms of nutrition, liquid is a highly recommended option. The amount of nutrients per serving is generally high, and liquid is touted for being fast absorbing. It’s a great option for kids that do not want to chew on a tablet, swallow a pill, and want to have the supplement given quick and easy. Most liquids are flavoured in kid-friendly flavours, just look out for ingredients such as artificial sweeteners, colours or sugar. Recommend if: your child is above 1, too young for chewables, or you prefer to give them it in a quick and easy format. Spray The spray format is technically liquid as well, except that it comes with a nozzle that is sprayed into the child’s mouth. This is recommended for young children, ages 1-3. This is a fuss-free format where the supplement is easily administered, absorbed and done. There are two drawbacks that need to be considered: If the child is older than 3, the amount of nutrition needed is higher and hence more sprays are needed. Though fun, it’s more economical to buy liquid or chewables at this stage. Some children may squirm at first...it may be a good idea to spray water as practice if your kid flinches. Recommend if: you have a toddler. Gummies Gummy supplements (for both kids and adults) have taken the vitamin world by storm as of recently. For children, as expected, it’s more enticing to have a gummy supplement over other formats (if your child likes candy and chewy textures). However, a drawback that parents must consider is that in order to make it a tasty treat, it’s often also coupled with the things that make gummies a candy – sugars, artificial colours or sweeteners. Because of additives and the format, the amount of nutrition per serving is also lower, so you may need to take 4 gummies to get a serving size similar to liquid or chewables. If the gummy also has sugar added, you can see it can add up as well. Recommend if: your child will not consume any other formats, you do not mind added ingredients (or found one that has none and still tastes great). Which is best? We asked our Registered Holistic Nutritionists to weigh in Chewable tablets are great, as are liquids... and gummies are the most desired by kids. Gummies are a fun idea for kids as they resemble candy and are fun to eat. However, there is some additional “buyer beware” here. Sometimes, gummies do not have the same amount per serving of nutrients and often contain sugar and other ingredients to make it desirable. Consumers should always read the ingredients and labels to be sure of these added ingredients. However, when it comes down to it, kids will eat gummies. So, if parents are struggling with chewables or liquids, it may be an option for parents. Browse our kids supplements to see what we recommend for each age

Give your kids the healthy head start they need The vitamin and supplement aisles or shelves can be a very overwhelming place for any parent, especially when it comes to deciding which supplements are best for their kids. As much as we would love our children to eat broccoli and salmon, the reality is quite the opposite. Many of our kids are often picky eaters, which can make meeting their nutritional needs a bit more challenging. Our goal, as parents, is to ensure we provide our kids with all the vitamins and minerals needed to thrive and grow through diet alone, optimizing their growing body and minds. The challenge we know is that often-certain circumstances and time constraints make that difficult to achieve… So here are my top recommendations as a Naturopathic Doctor and mom, with two young growing boys, are included here. Multivitamins A good Multi vitamin acts as an insurance policy, filling in the nutritional gaps that many picky eaters may face. Some kids may not be getting the required amounts of vitamins and minerals that a young growing body needs. Additionally, if your child is on any kind of restrictive diet (i.e. dairy or gluten free, vegetarian or vegan for instance) or on certain medications, there may be concern for nutritional values and daily requirements not being met. Try: Kids Multi Vitamin Spray It contains a broad range of vitamins to provide your child with a solid base. It is a quick and effortless way to administer these vitamins and is non-GMO and Gluten free. Make sure you consult with your health care provider if you have any questions about your supplement regimen. Probiotics Supporting your child’s immune system starts in the gut, and a probiotic is a very gentle and effective way to support both gut health and immune function. 70% of our immune system is housed in the gut, so as your child grows, it is important to support their gut flora through a multi strain probiotic. Probiotics have been shown to help with many aspects of a child’s health. Probiotics not only help with immune function, but they can also help with a child’s digestion, helping to limit tummy troubles and regulating their bowel movements, along with improving mood and mental health concerns. Try: Kids Probiotic Chewable Tablets A tasty chewable that is easily provided, even on the go. It’s a great way to help boost immunity and mood/mental health Omega 3s Fish oil. Supporting your child’s cognitive ( brain) health can be done through supplementing with EPA and DHA, both found in a good quality omega 3 fish oil. Obtaining enough Omega 3 through diet alone may be quite difficult for kids who don’t particularly love salmon or other fatty fish, and as a result, many kids aren’t reaching their daily requirements. By supplementing, you ensure that both EPA and DHA are formulated in specific ratios for maximum benefit. For those children who prefer a plant absed option, there is one available. Bonus: Omega 3 also helps with inflammatory concerns such as eczema or other skin conditions commonly seen in children. Try: Kids Liquid Plant-Based DHA This will be helpful for supporting the cognitive function. Many kids are picky when it comes to eating fish so this will help them get the Omega 3s needed for brain/cognitive function. Fish oil is BEST, however if that is not possible, we do have a plant-based option. This is also good for eczema. Calcium and Vitamin D Support your child’s growth, development, bones, and teeth with an excellent quality supplement. In today’s world especially, where people are opting for dairy free diets, it may pose as a challenge to get enough Calcium. Calcium strengthens bone and teeth development while added vitamins and minerals support additional functions in the body. Vitamins D3 & K2 work together to help with calcium absorption. Vitamin D also supports immune function and overall health. Try: Kids Liquid Calcium Plus with Vitamins D3 & K2 With so many people moving away from consuming dairy and kids being fussy with vegetables, they may need this. These are a few of my top recommendations, but of course each individual child’s needs are different and vary depending on their given diet and requirements. If your child is vegetarian, you may think about supplementing with an Iron additionally. As mentioned above, speak to a health care provider about your individual situation, and opt for formulas without added sugars, artificial sweeteners, colors, flavorings or preservatives. Yours in health. Allana Polo, N.D.