Childhood obesity is rising faster than ever, but small, consistent habits at home can make a huge difference. In this blog, we explain what really causes childhood obesity and the most effective ways parents can prevent and manage it - without dieting, shame or overwhelm.
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Diet Tips for Parents of Picky Eaters
Struggling with a picky eater? Discover proven diet tips for kids to help even the fussiest eaters enjoy healthy foods. Learn how to create balanced meals, encourage better eating habits, and support your child’s nutrition — plus when a kids’ multivitamin can help fill nutrient gaps. Perfect for parents looking for expert-approved strategies for picky eaters.
Why Omega-3 Is So Important for Children’s Health
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for your child’s brain, eye, and immune development — yet many kids don’t get enough. Found in foods like salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts, these healthy fats support learning, focus, and long-term wellness. Learn why omega-3s matter so much for growing minds and how to easily include them in your child’s diet.
Folic Acid vs. Methylated Folate: Do You Really Need the “Methylated” Form?
Folic acid vs methylated folate: Learn why folic acid is safe, effective, and proven - even with an MTHFR variant. Folic acid is the trusted choice for pregnancy and children worldwide.
From B1 to B12: Why your child needs the full Vitamin B family
When it comes to supporting your child’s growth, energy, and brain health, the B vitamins are true nutritional powerhouses. They don’t just come as one single vitamin—there are actually eight different B vitamins, each with its own important role. Together, they help kids turn food into energy, support healthy brain function, keep blood and nerves working properly, and even help make new red blood cells.
Why kids get sick going back to school (and how to prevent it)
Discover why children often catch more colds and viruses when school starts and learn simple, practical tips to boost their immunity, reduce sick days, and keep them healthy all term.
The Top 5 Vitamin Deficiencies in Kids (and how to spot them)
Discover the 5 most common vitamin deficiencies in kids, signs to watch for and how to prevent them with food and supplements.
As parents, we all want our kids to thrive. But even with the best diets, children can miss out on key vitamins and minerals—especially if they’re picky eaters or on restricted diets. Deficiencies in nutrients like vitamin D, iron, and B Vitamins can affect everything from energy and focus to immunity and bone health.
What to look for in a Kids Vitamin (and what to avoid).
Confused by kids’ vitamin labels? Learn what ingredients to look for (and avoid), how to spot safe options, and why our doctor-formulated gummies are a smart choice.
Are Vitamin D and D3 the same?
Vitamin D has two forms - D2 and D3. D3 is much more potent and stable than D2 and is more often used in dietary supplements.
The best tips for avoiding iron deficiency in kids!
Did you know that 1 in 5 kids are iron deficient worldwide? Low iron levels can lead to anaemia and also affect brain development and immunity. Most kids do not need an iron supplement. Boosting iron rich foods is the first step!
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