Kids health

Blackmores Superkids Multi Gummies are a 99.9% sugar free formulation containing a daily boost of 12 essential nutrients to help support kids’ healthy growth and development.

Kids require a wide range of essential nutrients for normal, healthy growth and development. Here are some of the key functions of the ingredients in Blackmores SuperkidsMulti Gummies:

• Support for healthy brain function (vitamin B5, zinc) and development (iodine)
• Antioxidants to support kids’ healthy development (vitamin C, zinc)
• Help support normal growth and development (vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, D, folate, biotin, iodine and zinc)

Ascorbic acid: 20 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Nicotinamide (vitamin B3): 4.5 mg

Also called niacin; nicotinamide (vitamin B3) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in energy production and carbohydrate metabolism. Legumes, peanuts, wheat bran, and fish are all sources of vitamin B3.

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6, pyridoxine 500 microgram): 608 microgram

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in the production of proteins, neurotransmitters and haemoblobin. Whole grains, legumes, bananas, seeds, nuts and potatoes are good sources of vitamin B6.

Folic acid: 75 microgram

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Biotin: 8 microgram

Biotin is a water-soluble nutrient belonging to the B group vitamins. Food sources of biotin include cheese, cauliflower and eggs.

Calcium pantothenate (pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 1.5 mg): 1.68 mg

Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is involved in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates for energy production. Vitamin B5 is found in sunflower seeds, peas, beans (except green beans), poultry and whole grains.

Colecalciferol (vitamin D3 120 IU): 3 microgram

Cholecalciferol (vitamin D) is a fat-soluble nutrient that is manufactured in the skin through the action of sunlight. Vitamin D regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism which is important in the maintenance of bone health. 

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12): 0.75 microgram

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) is an essential water-soluble nutrient needed for protein and DNA synthesis, folate metabolism, and red blood cell production. Food sources of vitamin B12 include egg yolk, fish, beef, milk and cheese.

Thiamine nitrate (thiamine, vitamin B1 225 microgram): 278 microgram

Thiamine (vitamin B1) is a water-soluble nutrient required for converting carbohydrates into energy. Food sources include whole grains, beans, nuts, sunflower seeds, pork and beef.

Riboflavin (vitamin b2): 225 microgram

Riboflavin (vitamijn B2) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in ATP production and the metabolism of many of the other B group vitamins. Food sources include almonds, mushrooms and wild rice. Vitamin B2 supplements may change urine colour to bright yellow.This is harmless and temporary.

Potassium iodide (iodine 75 microgram): 98.11 microgram

Iodine is an essential trace element and is an integral part of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine, required for normal growth and metabolism. Foods containing iodine include seawater fish, shellfish, seaweeds and iodised salt.

Zinc citrate dihydrate (zinc 1.5 mg): 4.8 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Dosage

Children 2-12 years - Chew (do not swallow whole) 1 soft gummy (pastille) a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• Not suitable for children under 2 years
• Excess consumption may have a laxative effect
• This is a therapeutic product, not a lolly
• If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use

Blackmores Superkids Growing Bones Gummies are a 99.9% sugar free formulation containing lactose-free calcium and a naturally derived form of vitamin D3 to help support the development of kids bones and teeth.

Bones are living tissues that are constantly growing, repairing and rebuilding. From the time we’re born, until the age of 25 our bodies build more bone than we lose. This helps us grow and develop strong skeletons that will support us throughout our lives.

Childhood and young adulthood are the key bone building years. As children grow, their bone mass increases until it reaches ‘peak bone mass’ in their late teens to early twenties, which is the greatest amount of bone a person can attain.

Calcium phosphate (calcium 100 mg): 263.69 mg

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is primarily stored in the bones. Calcium containing foods include dairy products, fortified soy products, broccoli, bok choy, fish with bones- such as salmon and sardines.

Colecalciferol (vitamin D3 200 IU): 5 microgram

Cholecalciferol (vitamin D) is a fat-soluble nutrient that is manufactured in the skin through the action of sunlight. Vitamin D regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism which is important in the maintenance of bone health. 

Dosage

Children 2-8 years - Chew (do not swallow whole) 2 soft gummies (pastilles) a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed

Children 9-12 years - Chew (do not swallow whole) 3 soft gummies (pastilles) a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed 

• Always read the label
• Follow the directions for use
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• Not suitable for children under 2 years
• Use only as directed and under adult supervision
• Contains sorbitol 437.8 mg and maltitol 600 mg
• Products containing sorbitol and maltitol may have a laxative effect
• This is a therapeutic product, not a lolly
• If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use