Back to School Health

School time has arrived, and kids are going back for another year of learning and fun.

The beginning of a school year also can mean a time of illness, constant infections, antibiotics, and urgent care doctor visits. Whether you are a teacher returning to the classroom, a student, just around kids, a parent or caregiver of a school-aged child, then it’s time to stock up on some ‘Back-to-School’ health essentials.

Back to School Supplement Supply Kit Essentials:

• Probiotics. Kids spend long hours in school, not always making the best choices when it comes to food. On top of that, families are working to juggle extracurricular activities. The reality of these busy schedules means healthy, and balanced meals are often taking a back seat to pocket-sized snacks. Probiotics can benefit everyone, even those already consuming nutritious meals, but they become extra important for picky and on-the-run eaters. Probiotics help improve both digestion and absorption of nutrients, helping kids get the most out of the food they do consume. Taking steps to help children maintain their healthy microbiome may also help to boost their overall health and immune system function.

• Omega 3s are critical nutritional building blocks. They support healthy brain development and improve memory. Research suggests that Omega 3s are required for proper neurotransmitter function, impacting both behavioral and psychological health. Ensuring sufficient daily intake of Omega 3s may provide support for optimal cognitive and emotional health.

• Elderberry has been shown to significantly help in the fight against the common cold and even the flu, reducing symptoms by an average of four days. Its antiviral activity is powerful at knocking out colds, and the elderflower has long been used to promote sweating and to break flu-related fevers.  Elderberry is most effective when treatment begins before an acute issue and especially helpful to take daily when cold and flu season arrives.

• Vitamin D helps to maintain adequate blood levels of calcium by increasing the level of absorption from food, which may help kids build strong bones. Vitamin D plays a critical role in improving immune defense against illness while reducing the risk of autoimmune dysfunction. Additionally, Vitamin D supports muscle function, cardiovascular function, respiratory function, metabolism, and brain development, including proper neurotransmitter function, which affects mood and energy. Did you know that Vitamin D regulates about 1000 genes in the body? One’s optimal physical, mental, and emotional development is heavily reliant on having adequate Vitamin D.

Starting the new school year is always a big change. Having a fully stocked supplement supply kit is something students, parents, and kids alike may appreciate.

Of course, before starting any new supplement regime, always discuss with your medical practitioner.

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