Kids Replenish Electrolytes (Isotonic)

Your child’s health routine can be as extensive and targeted as your own routine. Their young bodies and minds do have a specific set of nutritional needs for development, vision, immunity, cognition, and gut health. If you're left wondering if your picky eater or school aged child is getting enough nutrients in the day, you are not alone. Organika has formulated a kid’s natural supplement lineup; which covers everything from multivitamins, zinc and probiotics to specific formulations for vision and cognition. Give your kids a healthy head start. DIET IS THE FOUNDATION TO YOUR FAMILY'S HEALTH It’s no secret that due to time constraints, the world of quick, packaged and processed convenience foods came to be. Convenience and processed foods are often void of nutrients, in comparison to eating whole foods. In addition, sugar, carbonated beverages, and junk food can leach vitamins and minerals away from growing bodies. Eating a whole foods diet is key! Supplementation may help to boost overall health. Boost Your Kid's Overall Health Multivitamins can help fill nutritional gaps. Picky eaters may not always be getting the required amount of vitamins or minerals that the growing body needs at a young age. Additionally, if your child has a preexisting condition or requires medication, there may be concern for nutrients being depleted. Always consult with a health care practitioner before adding supplements to your children’s routine. Organika Li'l Kids Multi Vitamin Spray contains a broad range of vitamins to provide your child with a solid base. Vitamin A, which contributes to the health and strength of the surface of the eyes, mucous membranes and skin surrounding the eyes. These serve as vigilant barriers against bacteria and viruses ,reducing risk of eye and respiratory infections. For developing immune systems, there are vitamins C and Vitamin D which are vital for antimicrobial response, a key part of immune protection. Vitamin C strengthens immune defenses and keeps the immune system responsive. It is also a powerful antioxidant, a key ingredient in combating damage from free radicals and preventing oxidative stress. Oxidative stress can lead to asthma, diabetes and inflammatory disorders like eczema. Vitamins B6 and B12 are included to support energy metabolism and iodine for a healthy thyroid. Thyroid hormones are key for healthy growth and development, as well as heart, muscle and digestive function. Supporting the thyroid is vital for cognitive development and maintenance of strong bones. All these nutrients come in a convenient spray, that is non-GMO and gluten-free! It’s a no-fuss way to administer essential nutrients. Li'l Kids Multi Vitamin Spray has earned the Parent Tested Parent Approved seal; parents love this multi! Support Your Child's Immune System Target immune health directly with Organika Kids Liquid Zinc with Vitamin C or Li'l Kids Zinc Spray with Vitamin C (for the little ones in a no-fuss spray format). This combination supports over 300 enzymatic reactions in your child’s body while focusing on immune function and wound healing. It also regulates immune responses, preparing them to protect and prevent overactivity. These two layers of immune defense are also directly linked to zinc levels and can become impaired if we become deficient. Kids Liquid Zinc with Vitamin C supports the immune system and encourages the body’s natural ability to metabolize nutrients. Vitamin C adds antioxidants to counteract free radicals and support your child’s general good health. Probiotics and Immune Health WHY GUT HEALTH IS KEY TO IMMUNE HEALTH Antibody production and its abundance is based on healthy ratios of probiotic bacteria in the gut. 70% of our immune system is housed here! Your baby’s microbiome development started at birth, passed on from the mother, and as a result, their immune health starts to develop. The proliferation of good gut bacteria supports a healthy microbiome by ensuring the ratios of “good” to “bad” bacteria stay in check. Organika's Baby Probiotic Drops With Vitamin D should be a part of your child’s ongoing bowel and immune support. It can reduce the occurrence of colic in breastfed infants and provide the gut microbiome with diverse microorganisms. This is also another supplement that has won the Parent-tested Parent-approved seal! As your child grows, continue to support their gut flora’s delicate balance with our easy-to-take Kids Probiotic Chewable Tablets. These delicious, tropical pineapple-flavoured tablets contain 1 billion CFU of clinically proven live probiotic strains. Multiple strains diversify our good gut bacteria and strengthen immune protection. Guard their brain health as well, and reduce the occurrence of inflammation by making these chewable probiotic tablets part of their daily healthcare routine. Support your Child’s Cognitive Health Supporting brain health with Kids Liquid Plant Based DHA will have your little ones meeting all developmental milestones with ease! Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are omega-3 fatty acids that work together to assist in the formation of neurotransmitters and reduce inflammation that impedes healthy function. DHA supports the growth and development of their whole nervous system. EPA supports cognitive function and reduces inflammatory disorders throughout the body. Obtaining omega-3 fatty acids from food can be challenging, and many children aren’t reaching daily requirements. EPA and DHA are formulated here in specific ratios for maximum benefits. Organika Kids Liquid Plant Based DHA comes in delicious Lemon Burst flavour and are vegan-friendly! Our DHA and EPA, omega-3 fatty acids are sourced from a marine algae called Schizochytrium. Schizochytrium is a freshwater microalgae that is rich in DHA. Fish get their EPA and DHA from microalgae. This plant-based supplement bypasses the consumption of fish and makes for clean and potent omega-3 support! Support Your Child’s Vision Organika omega-3 supplements help prevent dry eyes and other symptoms associated with computer vision syndrome. Constant movement, focusing and reduced blinking associated with screen time leads to computer vision syndrome and eventual degeneration. Omega-3s support the balance of oil, mucus and water required in and around the eyes to maintain even and consistent lubrication. To support and protect your child’s vision, we recommend pairing Kids Liquid Plant-Based DHA with our Kids Vision Chewable Tablets for increased protection! Organika Kids Vision Chewable Tablets contain 2000 IUs of vitamin A and 800 mcg of Beta-carotene per serving. This helps maintain healthy eyesight and improves nighttime vision. Vitamin A plays a vital role in vision. There are two forms of vitamin A; plant-derived and animal-derived. Animal sourced vitamin A is called retinol or “preformed” vitamin A, which is ready for the body to use. Good sources of retinol vitamin A include beef, chicken liver, whole milk and cheese. Plant-derived vitamin A is known as “provitamin A” carotenoids, which are converted in the body. Good sources include carrots, sweet potato, spinach and kale. Beta-carotene is one of the most common and effective versions of provitamin A carotenoid. If your child isn’t getting these sources, a supplement may be the answer. Support Your Child’s Growth, Bones and Teeth Organika’s Kids Liquid Calcium Plus with Vitamins D3 & K2 is designed for a growing child’s everyday needs. Available in a delicious mixed berry flavour, the liquid format is ideal for optimal absorption and convenience. The formulation is for all ages from 1+ (with different doses recommended). Calcium strengthens bone and teeth development while added vitamins and minerals support additional functions in the body. Vitamins D3 & K2 work together to support calcium in the building of healthy bones, they increase the absorption of calcium in the bones, and transport it to the areas it needs to be. Vitamin D also supports immune function and overall health. Magnesium supports healthy nerves, muscles, heart, as well as helping with energy and focus. Zinc supports many functions in the body including immune, skin, and intestinal health. This truly is the supplement that helps your child develop from small to big! THE RIGHT SUPPLEMENTS FOR YOUR CHILD Our entire kids lineup was made for kids, but with parental concerns at the top of mind. All the kids supplements are non GMO, gluten-free and free of artificial colours, preservatives, and sweeteners. Pick and choose what suits their needs best, and rest assured that with Organika, you’re always getting high quality support for the whole family! From our family to yours, we want EVERYONE to live healthy. Shop Kids Collection

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.

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