[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”||||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”30px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kidstarnutrients.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/kids-faces-2.jpg” alt=”circle of smiling children looking down toward the camera” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” border_color_all=”#e63888″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|300|on||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
By Caitlyn Vanderhaeghe, B.A., B.Ed.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Let\u2019s answer the first question most parents have about multivitamins and minerals. Does my child really need a nutritional supplement containing vitamins and minerals?<\/p>\n
The answer is\u00a0yes<\/strong><\/a>. (Read more about why kids need multivitamins<\/a>.)<\/p>\n According to the clinical research that has evaluated what our kids are eating, it is very difficult to ensure your child is getting the daily requirement of nutrients necessary for optimal growth and development from our North American diet. The most common nutritional deficiencies in Canadian children are iron, vitamin D, calcium, and fiber.<\/p>\n Nutritional supplements are designed to supplement the diet. Think of them as an insurance policy for the days when your child is not eating the foods you know they should. Providing a quality multivitamin with mineral supplements for your child is important to help fill in the nutritional gaps.<\/p>\n Look for the following \u00a0key items when choosing a multivitamin with mineral supplement for children: [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]It might seem obvious, but first and foremost, look for a multivitamin and mineral supplement formulated specifically for kids. The dose of each nutrient should take a child\u2019s weight into consideration.<\/p>\n Adult multivitamins with minerals are designed for someone who is over 100 pounds. \u00a0Too much of certain vitamins and minerals can be harmful to children.<\/p>\n Too many kids\u2019 nutritional supplements are providing only a tiny dose of a nutrient when your child should be getting the appropriate amount for their age. It is not enough to have a long list of nutrients in the formula. A good quality nutritional supplement will provide the optimal dose of each ingredient. The form or type of nutrient is also important. For example, you will see a mineral on the label listed with its name like magnesium, but the label should also list what form of magnesium. And there are several forms of magnesium, i.e., magnesium glycinate, magnesium citrate, magnesium sulfate, magnesium carbonate. There is a big difference in the action and absorption between different forms of the nutrient. The best form of magnesium would be magnesium glycinate as it is gentle on the digestive system (does not cause diarrhea like the other forms do) and it is better absorbed. Your supplement should always state the form of the nutrient.\u00a0 The best forms of some nutrients include calcium as an ascorbate, vitamin K2 in the MK7 form, selenium in the form of selenomethionine.<\/p>\n The chart below lists the dosages recommended for children aged 2 to 12 years or children under 100 lbs (45 kg). At 100 pounds or above, children can move to a multivitamin with minerals designed for adults. ,<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ border_width_top=”3px” border_color_top=”#d0006f” border_width_bottom=”3px” border_color_bottom=”#d0006f” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vitamin A Beta Carotene Provitamin A<\/span> Vitamin D3 in the form of cholecalciferol<\/span> Vitamin E natural d-alpha in the form of tocopheryl succinate<\/span> Vitamin C in the form of calcium ascorbate<\/span> Vitamin B1 in the form of thiamine<\/span> Vitamin B2 in the form of riboflavin<\/span> Vitamin B3 as niacin<\/span> Vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxal hydrochloride<\/span> Vitamin B12 in the form of methylcobalamin<\/span> Folic acid (folate) 5-methylfolate (5-MTHF) or folinic acid<\/span> Vitamin K2 in the form of MK-7 (menaquinone-7)<\/span> Vitamin B5 in the form of calcium D-pantothenate<\/span> Calcium in the form of citrate<\/span> Biotin<\/span> Iron pyrophosphate<\/span> Magnesium in the form of bisglycinate<\/span> Inositol<\/span> Zinc in the form of citrate<\/span> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Some non-medicinal ingredients are good for our kids like fruits and vegetable blends as they add fiber and additional nutrients.\u00a0 But other non-medicinal ingredients are not. Take note of the non-medicinal ingredients when looking at the label. Many non-medicinal ingredients should not be in your child\u2019s nutritional supplements including artificial colours, flavours, sweeteners, and sugar.<\/p>\n Other potentially dangerous non-medicinal ingredients are the fillers, binders, and flowing agents used to make tablets hard or to fill up capsules or make liquids thick or stable. This includes but is not limited to sodium benzoate which is a preservative; glues and gums to keep ingredients together to make a tablet. To learn more about the non-medicinal ingredients found in your child\u2019s nutritional supplements read,\u00a0Black Hole Ingredients: What You Won\u2019t Find in KidStar\u00ae Nutrients.<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kidstarnutrients.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/choose-multi-for-kids_20191216.png” alt=”ingredients to look for and avoid when looking for children’s multivitamins” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sadly, most commercially produced children\u2019s multivitamins and minerals are often loaded with artificial flavours, colours, and sweeteners. Put the nutritional supplement back on the shelf if it contains \u2018artificial colour<\/a>\u2019 or \u2018colours\u2019. Canada does not currently require the specific type of artificial food colouring to be listed on the label, i.e., FD&C Red No. 40 number. We will have to wait until December 14, 2021, when companies will be required to list the type of artificial colour included in your child\u2019s supplements.<\/p>\n Artificial flavours<\/a> have been shown to cause behaviour and mood disorders like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and tantrums in some children. As well, these artificial flavours have been linked to genetic damage and have potential cancer-causing actions.<\/p>\n There is no reason to use artificial sweeteners, colours, or flavours in a child\u2019s nutritional supplement because there are great natural ingredients derived from fruit, vegetables, and plants that are safe to use and may add nutritional benefit.<\/p>\n Natural food colourings come from fruits, vegetables, and herbs such as beetroot, turmeric, or spirulina<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dental decay and mood disorders are known side effects of consuming sugar. It seems counterproductive to give your child something containing sugar.\u00a0 Consuming sugar can inhibit or block the absorption of vitamin C, vitamin D3, and magnesium.<\/p>\n Sugar can come in many forms<\/a>, so look for the following on labels: sugar, fructose, glucose, sucrose, dextrose, lactose, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, cane syrup\/juice, or tapioca syrup. Some supplements include multiple forms of sugar in the same product. Avoid vitamin and mineral supplements containing sugar.<\/p>\n Artificial sweeteners<\/a> are chemicals that ignite the taste buds on your tongue sending signals to your brain that you are eating sweet foods. Sucralose, saccharin, aspartame, acesulfame potassium are a few to avoid in your child\u2019s nutritional supplements. Artificial sweeteners can disrupt healthy gut bacteria and are not recommended for children.\u00a0 Some artificial sweeteners available in North America are not approved for consumption in other countries.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”” content_phone=”” content_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”17px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” border_width_top=”3px” border_color_top=”#e63888″ border_color_bottom=”#e63888″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Fillers and flowing agents like carrageenan<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” 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_builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|300|||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.2em” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” border_width_top=”1px” border_style_top=”dotted” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nReasons why your child can\u2019t get enough nutrients from food:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nA Multivitamin Formulated Specifically for Children<\/h2>\n
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kidstarnutrients.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kids-faces-1024×751.jpg” alt=”group of smiling kids” _builder_version=”4.16″ border_radii=”on|30px|30px|30px|30px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]To make it harder to know what an optimal dose is, Health Canada allows a very wide range of dosages for kids.\u00a0 Look at the following chart for the optimal dosage of the key nutrients that should be found in a children\u2019s multivitamin with minerals.
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nLook at the Form of the Nutrient<\/h2>\n
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\n Nutrient Forms<\/strong><\/td>\n Helps Support<\/strong><\/td>\n Optimal Dosage<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin A Beta Carotene
Provitamin A<\/td>\nInfection fighting, vision, immune function, respiratory health, blood sugar and insulin<\/td>\n 1000 IU (600 mcg)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin D3 in the form of cholecalciferol<\/td>\n Calcium absorption, builds strong bones and immune health, prevents colon cancer, reduces muscle cramps<\/td>\n 400 IU – 1000 IU<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin E natural d-alpha in the form of tocopheryl succinate<\/td>\n For heart health, blood sugar regulation, immune health<\/td>\n 25 IU<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin C in the form of calcium ascorbate<\/td>\n Cardiovascular and immune health, antiviral, antibacterial, optimal blood sugar regulation<\/td>\n 200 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B1 in the form of thiamine<\/td>\n Needed for energy production, essential for a healthy nervous system, heart, and brain<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B2 in the form of riboflavin<\/td>\n Needed for healthy eyes, skin, hair, and nails<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B3 as niacin<\/td>\n Needed by the body to break down and use fats, carbohydrates, and proteins<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxal hydrochloride<\/td>\n Immune and cardiovascular health, helps to produce red blood cells<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B12 in the form of methylcobalamin<\/td>\n Prevents anemia, supports mental health<\/td>\n 15 mcg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Folic acid (folate), 5-methylfolate (5-MTFH) or folinic acid<\/td>\n Prevents anemia, needed for digestion, serotonin, and cellular repair<\/td>\n 100 mcg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin K2 in the form of MK-7 (menaquinone-7)<\/td>\n Healthy heart and bones<\/td>\n 5 mcg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Vitamin B5 in the form of calcium D-pantothenate<\/td>\n Helps the body deal with stress. Supports skin, nerves, and adrenal glands<\/td>\n 10 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Calcium in the form of citrate<\/td>\n Healthy bones, nervous system, and energy<\/td>\n 130 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Biotin<\/td>\n Involved in tissue formation, involved in fat production<\/td>\n 10 mcg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Iron pyrophosphate<\/td>\n Prevents and treats iron deficiency anemia. Brain and emotional development.<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Magnesium in the form of bisglycinate<\/td>\n Aids muscle function, nervous system, sleep, bone loss, blood sugar control<\/td>\n 65 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Inositol<\/td>\n Helps protect against free radical damage<\/td>\n 5 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Zinc in the form of citrate<\/td>\n Prevents colds and flu, reduces acne, for a strong immune system<\/td>\n 3 mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Infection fighting, vision, immune function, respiratory health, blood sugar and insulin
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 1000 IU (600 mcg)<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Calcium absorption, builds strong bones and immune health, prevents colon cancer, reduces muscle cramps
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 400 IU \u2013 1000 IU<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> For heart health, blood sugar regulation, immune health
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 25 IU<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Cardiovascular and immune health, antiviral, antibacterial, optimal blood sugar regulation
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 200 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Needed for energy production, essential for a healthy nervous system, heart, and brain
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Needed for health eyes, skin, hair, and nails
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Needed by the body to break down and use fats, carbohydrates, and proteins
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Immune and cardiovascular health helps to produce red blood cells.
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Prevents anemia, supports mental health
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 15 mcg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Prevents anemia, needed for digestion, serotonin, and cellular repair
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 100 mcg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Healthy heart and bones
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mcg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Helps the body deal with stress. Supports skin, nerves and adrenal glands
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 10 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Healthy bones, nervous system, and energy
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 130 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Involved in tissue formation, involved in fat production
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 10 mcg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Prevents and treats iron deficiency anemia; brain and emotional development
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Aids muscle function, nervous system, sleep, bone loss, blood sugar control
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 65 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Helps protect against free radical damage
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/p>\n
Helps support:<\/strong> Prevents colds and flu, reduces acne, for a strong immune system
Optimal dosage:<\/strong> 3 mg<\/p>\nNon-Medicinal Ingredients<\/h2>\n
AVOID: Artificial Colours and Flavours<\/h3>\n
LOOK FOR:\u00a0 Natural Colours and Flavours<\/h3>\n
AVOID: Added Sugars and Artificial Sweeteners<\/h3>\n
LOOK FOR: Natural Sweeteners<\/h3>\n
Xylitol for Strong Healthy Teeth<\/h3>\n
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\n What to look for<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Multivitamin designed for kids<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dosages that are appropriate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Xylitol or stevia as a sweetener<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Natural colours and flavours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Natural preservatives or binders such as potato starch or citric acid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n An NPN (Natural Product Number) showing Health Canada has approved it<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n \n\n
\n What to avoid<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Added sugars like glucose, fructose<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Artificial sweeteners like aspartame<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Preservatives such as BHT and sodium benzoates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \n \n Artificial flavours and artificial colours such as tartrazine or sunset yellow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Allergens such as gluten, soy, eggs, lactose (dairy), nuts, wheat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Find kids’ multivitamins here<\/h3>\n
References<\/h5>\n