probiotics for kids

**The following article was written by guest contributor, Emily Powers.**

A group of 325 children, ages three to five years old, were given the single L. Acidophilus NCFM strain, the combination of the strains or a placebo for six months.

Researchers not only noted reduction in the incidence of cold and flu-like symptoms (fever, coughing and runny noses), but also a decreased need for the use of antibiotics. This report strengthens the role of probiotics in immune health. Click here to read more about the study published in Pediatrics.

The Might-a-Mins Spectrum Isotonix Probiotics provides beneficial bacteria to promote healthy digestion, supports a healthy gastrointestinal tract, promotes bowel regularity, promotes stomach comfort, promotes colon health, supports a normal immune response and promotes a healthy immune system.

I am often asked what supplements my daughter takes on a daily basis. Because she falls into the general pediatric population, she only takes two maintenance Isotonix each day—Maximum ORAC Formula and Might-a-Mins Spectrum Multivitamin.

The Isotonix Maximum ORAC Formula is a comprehensive antioxidant network and powerful free radical scavenger. Maximum ORAC supports a healthy immune system, helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels, has a high ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) value, has increased bioavailability due to Bioperine, inhibits oxidation of low-density lipoprotreins (LDL) cholesterol and supports cognitive health.

The Might-a-Mins Spectrum Isotonix Multivitamin helps promote normal levels of vitamins and minerals in individuals who need neurological, digestive or metabolic support, helps maintain normal production of neurotransmitters, promotes and supports a healthy nervous system, helps maintain brain health, promotes healthy sensory development, provides strong antioxidant defense, combats free radicals, promotes normal tissue and cell growth, provides nutrients essential for numerous body processes, supports optimal immune functions, supports skeletal health and growth, supports healthy teeth and gums, supports growth and strength of teeth and gums, supports cognitive health and development, supports healthy vision and eyes and supports a healthy heart.

Before we added supplements to our health and wellness regimen, Addy had cold and flu-like symptoms about every three months. Since we started Addy on the Maximum ORAC Formula and Might-a-Mins Spectrum Multivitamin (late February 2009), she has not been sick. I keep several additional supplements in the cupboard in case she exhibits cold or flu-like symptoms: Isotonix Vitamin C, Isotonix Vitamin D with K2, Ultimate Aloe Juice and Nature’s Sunshine Silver Shield.

Why is isotonic delivery important? Isotonic, which means “same pressure,” bears the same chemical resemblance of the body’s blood, plasma and tears. Isotonix dietary supplements are delivered in an isotonic liquid solution. This means that the body has less work to do in obtaining maximum absorption. The isotonic state of the suspension allows nutrients to pass directly into the small intestine and be rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream. With Isotonix products, little nutritive value is lost, making the absorption of nutrients highly efficient while delivering maximum results. Standard tablets, capsules or soft-gels take much longer to dissolve and this leads to minimal absorption and diluted nutrients.

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