"Eat your fruits and vegetables!" Parents of young children have used that phrase for generations in the daily struggle to get finicky eaters to consume a healthy, well-balanced diet. Adults understand that a youngste'rs appetite and diet do not always keep pace with their evolving nutritional requirements. The U.S. Department of Agriculture studies indicate that only 2% of children are meeting the food guide pyramid servings recommendations.[1]
Although most parents strive to provide their children with well-balanced diets that incorporate the right amounts of food from all major food groups, the reality is that this cornerstone of wellness often needs to be supplemented to ensure a healthy lifestyle and body. That is why the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a daily multivitamin for children with poor appetites, erratic eating habits or special nutritional needs. In fact, many pediatricians and nutritionists advise that the majority of their young patients take a multivitamin as part of their daily dietary routine.
Children can be finicky eaters- that is often an unavoidable part of growing up. But even the best eaters often don't consume the necessary amounts of recommended vitamins and minerals, said Diane Barsky, M.D. As a pediatrician and the mother of two young children, I understand that a daily multivitamin is critical to ensuring that children get the correct amounts of essential nutrients to help support their proper growth and development.
What to Look For?The U.S. government has established strict guidelines regarding the recommended daily allowance of vitamins and minerals a child should receive. Ask your health food store professional to help make sure the multivitamin that you have selected for your child contains appropriate quantities of these important nutrients. Also, be sure to consult your health food store professional about the reputation of the company that produces the pediatric multivitamin you choose. Insist on a company that has a solid reputation as a leader in the natural products industry and complies with the highest standards and regulations for manufacturing food supplements. Such a company will likely produce premium quality nutritional supplements for children and for the entire family.
For example, Solgar Vitamin and Herb, a natural products industry leader since 1947, recently introduced their Kangavites line of supplements to support the various health needs of children ages two years and older. Solgar carefully researched and designed Kangavites™, based on the most recent and credible science available, to support the healthy lifestyle habits of children. Three new great-tasting Kangavites™ products are available: Natural Bouncin’ Berry™ Flavor Multivitamin and Mineral Chewable Tablets, Natural Tropical Punch Flavor Multivitamin and Mineral Chewable Tablets, and Natural Orange Burst Flavor Vitamin C 100 mg Chewable Tablets.
Since Solgar places a premium on children’s nutritional wellness, Kangavites products contain natural and food-based ingredients, are naturally sweetened and include strawberry, apricot, apple, citrus fruit and other fruit and vegetable powders. Kangavites products contain only 1 gram of sugar per serving, lower than leading supermarket brands of children’s supplements.
Kangavites products are packaged in the Solgar classic amber glass bottle - designed to guard against heat, light, and moisture. The Solgar glass bottle is 100% recyclable and is non-leaching, non-porous and odorless. The atmosphere inside the glass container is pure and does not affect the product inside, unlike plastic, which may emit chemicals into a sealed container. The Solgar Kangavites bottle also features a childproof cap for an added measure of security.
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Supplement FactsServing Size: 1 Chewable Tablets
Servings Per Container : 120
Amount Per Serving:Calories 5 N/A*
Total Carbohydrate 1 Gm N/A*
Sugars 1 Gm N/A*
Sugar Alcohol 1 Gm N/A*
Vitamin A 2500 IU N/A*
Vitamin C 60 Mg N/A*
Vitamin D 100 IU N/A*
Vitamin E 15 IU N/A*
Thiamin 0.75 Mg N/A*
Riboflavin 0.85 Mg N/A*
Niacin 10 Mg N/A*
Vitamin B6 1 Mg N/A*
Folic Acid 100 Mcg N/A*
Vitamin B12 3 Mcg N/A*
Biotin 50 Mcg N/A*
Pantothenic Acid 5 Mg N/A*
Calcium 20 Mg N/A*
Iron 2.5 Mg N/A*
Iodine 22.5 Mcg N/A*
Magnesium 10 Mg N/A*
Zinc 1.5 Mg N/A*
Selenium 2.5 Mcg N/A*
Copper 0.02 Mg N/A*
Manganese 0.25 Mg N/A*
Chromium 5 Mcg N/A*
Molybdenum 12.5 Mcg N/A*
Potassium 5 Mg N/A*
Choline 0.5 Mg N/A*
* Daily value not established
Directions:Children 2 and 3 years: As a dietary supplement for children, take one (1) chewable tablet daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Adults and children 4 years and older: As a dietary supplement for adults and children, take two (2) chewable tablets daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Other Ingredients:Sucrose, fructose, mannitol, microcrystalline, cellulose, natural flavors, grape skin extract, xylitol, carrageenan, citric acid, malic acid, vegetable cellulose, xanthan gum, silica, vegetable magnesium stearate, vegetable stearic acid, lecithin, carrot powder, red beet powder, strawberry fruit powder,apple fruit powder, broccoli powder, apricot fruit powder, citrus bioflavonoids, inositol, rose hips (fruit). Does Not Contain: Solgar Kangavites complete chewable tablets are free of dairy products and are formulated without the use of preservatives, artificial flavors or colors.
Warnings:If you are taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement. Not formulated for use in children under two years of age. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. in case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
