We all know that certain nutrients are absolutely essential for not only the prevention of colds and viruses, but also for proper brain development and learning ability! Therefore, experts recommend supplements with several nutrients that are too critical to be left to chance.

The following represents a basic nutrition program for not only maintaining but also building health in children. It provides a nutritional insurance for those days when our schedule does not allow for three balanced meals. And let’s be honest…with all the after-school activities and all the homework, when does our schedule ever allow for three balanced meals?

Incredivites for Children

The first chewable multivitamin in the U.S. to contain lactoferrin, which supports a healthy immune system in kids. Formulated with 23 essential vitamins and minerals. No added artificial sweeteners or preservatives. Gluten free.

Meal Shakes

A smart choice for meals-on-the-go, between meal snacks, beverages, or for extra nutritional insurance any time of day. Because it is a complete meal, it is particularly important for finicky eaters.

Unlike similar meal replacement products found in grocery stores, Meal Shakes contain no artificial colors, sweeteners or flavorings. A creamy, delicious shake that children love (and you will too at only 230 calories). Comes in Bavarian Cocoa and Vanilla.

Omega-3 Gellys – DHA Chews

Scientifically formulated with a power-packed blast of 100% natural, ultra-pure DHA. Essential brain-supporting nutrient, DHA has been show to support memory, concentration, mind skills, promotes healthy eyes, and vision – without the fishy taste! A funny story: I literally have to hide these from Benni. Last month, I took a month supply of Omega-3 gellys onto our trip – he secretly ate them all within the first week!!! I didn’t mind but he was upset that he had to go without for the rest of the trip. Haha – it probably doesn’t help that they taste like Strawberry Lemonade!

Chewable Vita-C, 250 mg

Essential to build healthy white blood cells to prevent viruses, ear infections, colds, etc., that are depleted by fatigue, anxiety, pollution and extremes in temperature and humidity. Increases resistance to ligament and tendon injury.Jack loves the sweet-tart flavor of these!

Kid’s Recipe for Peanut Butter Fudge

1 cup nut butter 

1 cup Shaklee Protein Powder (any flavor)

1/3 cup honey (agave or maple syrup)

1/3 cup sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, raisins, or coconut (optional)

Mix together and form into balls.  Wonderful snack!

The following nutrients are particularly effective for children who may be susceptible to viruses, colds and ear infections.

Optiflora Pre and Probiotic Complex

Probiotics are especially important for a child who has ever been on an antibiotic or steroid-based medication (common with asthma). These medications kill off much of these essential ‘friendly microbes’ that live in the lower intestine. Without adequate amounts of these microbes, research now shows the body is more susceptible to infection (especially sinus and upper respiratory) because 70% of the immune system resides in the intestines.

Optiflora is virtually the only acidophilus/bifidus product that guarantees delivery of 500,000 live microorganisms to the intestines, without being destroyed by the highly acidic environment of the stomach.  It restores the natural balance that must exist in the lower intestines to choke out the cancer-causing bacteria as well as Candida yeast overgrowths.

None of the products available at health food stores guarantee live delivery of microflora to the intestine.  Tests show that many of them do not make it live to your door, much less to your colon. 90% of the microflora alive in these products at the time of manufacture are killed off long before they reach the intestine.

Alfalfa Complex

Easily crushed and slipped into applesauce or into juice in a sippy cup. Recognized for centuries for its healing properties, alfalfa offers a wide range of nutrients: calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, chlorophyll, bioflavonoids, trace minerals, and vitamins. Traditionally used for congestion, asthma, sinusitis, allergies, colds, flu, sore throats, etc.  Treatment for colic when breast-feeding.

Premium Garlic Complex

Anti-viral, anti-bacterial, natural antibiotic; increases white blood cells, lowers blood glucose in diabetics, blood cleanser, traps heavy metals. Garlic Complex is traditionally used for congestion, asthma, sinusitis, allergies, colds, flu, sore throats, etc. Treatment for colic when breast-feeding. Can be crushed and served over bread, crackers or rice.

Performance Hydrate+ Endurance Electrolyte Drink Mix

Orange or Lemon Lime flavored. Designed for athletic rehydration, this delicious powdered electrolyte drink mix is excellent to give to children during hot summer days to avoid dehydrating from heat and when vomiting or diarrhea threatens to cause dehydration.