CHILDREN’S CHEWABLE MULTIVITAMINS

Vitamins and minerals are essential for a child’s normal growth, metabolism, physical and mental well being. These nutrients must be obtained through the diet since they are either not synthesized in the human body or are synthesized in inadequate amounts. Children, not just adults, are affected by today’s fast paced environment, and subsequently may have diets compromised by excess salt, sugar and processed foods; therefore, they may not be receiving the proper nutrition necessary to support normal growth and development. Nor are they receiving optimum levels of the vitamins and minerals that may prevent ailments and diseases that accompany the aging process. There are also other situations where the diet may not be sufficient to deal with, such as a child who is taking prescription medications, who is physically extra active or who may be exposed to environmental stresses.

COD LIVER OIL CAPS

Since the 18th century cod liver oil has been used as a digestive aid and later as a natural remedy to relieve complaints of aching muscles, stiff joints and rheumatoid arthritis. Cod Liver Oil is an important natural source of vitamins A and D. Vitamin A exists in several forms and is found in a variety of foods. In foods of animal origin, the vitamin usually occurs in the retinal, retinol and retinoic acid forms. In foods of plant origin, the vitamin is in the provitamin or precursor form, such as beta-carotene, and is associated with the colour pigments in fruits and vegetables. Vitamin A has several functions in the body. It plays a protective role, and aids in the growth, repair and maintenance of epithelial cells. It is also necessary for the RNA synthesis required for growth and reproduction, is important for bone and tooth development, and is essential for a healthy immune system. Vitamin A is most recognized for its prominent role in the maintenance of healthy vision, and playing a role in the eye’s adaptation to darkness.

FORMULA NT-OX™

Antioxidants work with the body’s natural defenses to destroy and prevent free radicals. Free radicals are atoms or a group of atoms that can be very harmful and have the potential to initiate malignant transformations in cells by damaging DNA and causing mutations. Cell damage caused by free radical has the potential to impair the immune system and cause infection and various degenerative diseases. There are three known free radicals (superoxide, hydroxyl, and peroxide) that may be formed by exposure to radiation, overexposure to sunlight, toxic chemicals and through some metabolic process, such as the conversion of fat to energy.

BASIC VITA-VIM™

Vitamins and minerals are essential micronutrients to enable one to lead a vital, active and healthy life. These nutrients must be obtained through diet since they are either not synthesized in one’s body or are synthesized at inadequate levels. Nevertheless one does not always practice good dietary habits or they can have their nutritional status compromised by other factors. Factors influencing one’s nutritional status are: an unbalanced diet with too little fresh fruit, vegetables and grains; food not properly prepared; excessive ‘fast food’ meals; a compromised digestive system; ingestion of excessive salts, sugars, caffeine, alcoholic beverages and processed foods; use of prescription drugs and oral contraceptives; exposure to environmental stresses like UV rays and urban pollution; being subjected to conditions of extreme physical or mental stress; pre and post surgery trauma. This is where supplementing one’s diet with multi vitamin-minerals-nutrient formulations will enable one’s body to use foods to their best advantage to generate energy, combat fatigue and resist infection.

BIOLOGICS PRE-NATAL SUPPLEMENT

Pregnancy involves numerous physical and mental changes in the mother’s body as the fetus develops. The tissues in the breasts and uterus increase, the blood supply increases, there is a frequent urge to urinate, there is slight nausea, the menstrual period is absent, and the need for sleep and fluids is increased. Because of these changes, all nutritional needs of the mother increase in preparation for the newborn baby. Folic acid and iron are needed in much greater amounts, and these are the nutrients most likely to be deficient in pregnant women. Folic acid is needed for the formation of new red blood cells; a lack can cause anemia, low birth weights, birth defects, such as spina bifida. There is an increased requirement for minerals; calcium, iodine, magnesium and zinc.