Children”s Health
Nourishing Resilient Children
We all want our kids to feel their best, thrive in school and be well nourished. But some days are hectic and getting your child to eat their green veggies (or any vegetable at all for that matter) can be a challenge. Whether you have a picky eater or a child who eats everything you […]
Love the flavour, live the benefits
Omega-3 is an essential nutrient and is an important component of every cell in our body. Unfortunately, the body cannot produce this nutrient and therefore it must be obtained from our diet. Omega-3s, namely EPA and DHA, found in fatty, cold-water fish such as sardines, anchovies, and mackerel, are polyunsaturated fats. Omega-3s have been found […]
Change how you think about probiotics
When you think about probiotics, do your thoughts meander to your digestive tract? It makes sense: your intestines offer up about 250 square metres of living space for bacteria to call home. But your ability to host bacteria extends far beyond your digestive tract. Important, too, is the impact that bacteria can have throughout the […]
Do your kids need probiotics?
Infants and children are exposed to tons of germs at daycare and school. Many parents worry about their young ones getting sick and look for natural ways to support a healthier immune system. From minimizing sugary treats that weaken the immune system to giving multi-strain probiotics, many parents try everything possible to protect against pathogenic […]
The right nutrients for your kids
Childhood is a time of constant growth and development. Bones, teeth, skin, muscles, eyes and brains – the organs and body parts that will serve us throughout life – are being perfected. Nutrition plays a big part in proper development and vitamins, minerals and omega-3’s act as the essential building blocks.
Clearly, the best way for […]
6 tips to keep your kids healthy
For children, the start of the school year is filled with excitement and anticipation of new adventures, learning and reconnecting with friends they haven’t seen all summer. For parents, it’s knowing that their kids will be exposed to lots of pesky germs and viruses.
Here are 6 simple guidelines to help your kids stay healthy all […]
Be ready for the dreaded cough and cold season!
We can pretty much all agree that the back-to-school season might as well be rebranded as the back-to-germs season, right parents!?
While simple good health habits like covering your mouth and nose when coughing/sneezing and washing your hands often with soap and water can go a long way in helping prevent the spread of germs, sometimes […]
Natural cold and flu relief
Runny noses, phlegmy coughs, scratchy throats, fever and lethargy will sap the fun out of any family event. Having Flora’s Elderberry Crystals for Kids stocked and on hand is the kind of planning ahead that will save the day if cold and flu symptoms strike. Made from fresh organic European elderberry juice, the crystals are […]
3 Ways to Boost Kids’ Immunity
Schools are little germ factories and back to school shopping is no longer just about buying crayons, backpacks and binders! Nowadays, parents look for natural health products to support better digestion, brain health, and immunity. With a variety of options like omega fish oils, kid-friendly multivitamins, probiotics, and more, parents have many ways to keep […]
5 Quick Tips to Get Your Children Ready for a New School Year
1. Plan School Lunches Together
Hummus on whole wheat pita bread? Check. Carrots and celery with a creamy dip? Sounds great. However you decide to fill your child’s belly, the key to creating meals they enjoy is to enlist their help in creating the menu! When children have a say in what they get to eat, […]