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nother summer is coming to a close. For some of us, that means back to school. It is a time to be exposed to new ideas...as well as unfamiliar germs that are always present when humans gather in groups. There are some important weapons that can be used in the arsenal of health to improve your child’s immune system and ensure proper growth and development.
We all encourage our children to eat a proper diet, but at times this can also be a case of “easier said than done”. This is where a multivitamin created specifically for the littles can be added to ensure your child has the building blocks to grow and develop. A once a day multi can help the body, the brain, and the immune system to function well. Vitamin C is such a useful, versatile nutrient. As well as being an important immune system booster, it is necessary for the growth, development, and repair of all body tissues. It is involved in the formation
of collagen, the absorption of iron, wound healing, and the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth. It is a water soluble vitamin, and thus must be replenished through diet and/or supplementation each day. Vitamin D, known as the “Sunshine Vitamin”, has an important role to play in supporting strong bones, fighting disease, and helping to maintain a positive attitude. In winter, when sunlight is scarce, it becomes even more important to supplementwith this vital nutrient. Luckily it can be found in three childfriendly forms in a dose of four hundred international units: Chewable tablets and a flavoured liquid. Natural Factors is a Canadian company that has been making their “Big Friends” supplements suitable for (and appealing to) children aged three and up for many years. Products like these, as well as many others for people of all ages, can be found in Health Food Stores such as Lynn’s Vitamin Gallery in Duncan. You can rest assured that your child is going back to school supplied with everything needed for a happy, productive, and healthy year. Submitted by Rekha Sharma
Every Kid needs a Big Friend Nutritional supplements formulated specifically to match the needs of growing children 250-748-4421 4-180 Central Rd, Duncan - Village Green Mall www.lynnsvitamingallery.ca 67
