Childhood diet can affect the gut microbiome for life, according to a new mouse study from UC Riverside. The study was performed on mice, who were separated into four groups: Half were given a high-fat, high-sugar diet; half given a standard healthy diet; half given access to a running wheel;...
London, England—New research suggests that a higher dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids in childhood may reduce risk of developing asthma in children carrying a specific gene variant. “Asthma is the most common chronic condition in childhood and we currently don’t know how to prevent it," said senior author Professor...
Kennesaw, GA—A new study published in Beneficial Microbes found that use of probiotic Bacillus subtilis DE111 can modify the composition of the microbiome in preschool-aged children. The study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled eight-week trial performed on 91 children aged 2 to 6 attending daycare. The study noted that while...
Nature’s Way has introduced its KiDS line, which features gummies and chewable tablets. The line includes: Happy & Healthy to support the immune system, Growing Bones & Muscles, Cool, Calm & Collected, Healthy Eyes, and Tummy Soothe. The gummies are pectin-based, gluten-free, vegetarian, and made with natural flavors and plant-based...
Seattle, WA—Vitamin D levels during pregnancy have been linked with the child’s IQ, according to a new study from the Seattle Children’s Research Institute (SCRI). A mother’s vitamin D supply is passed to the fetus in utero, a press release explains, where it helps regulate processes including brain development. The...
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Carlson has introduced Kid’s Melt-in-your-Mouth Probiotic Stix that promote healthy digestive, immune, and colon function, according to the company. Kid’s Probiotic Stix come in natural cherry flavor and contain 10 billion live Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria probiotic cultures in every packet. 600 W. University Dr., Arlington Heights, IL, www.carlsonlabs.com...
ChildLife Essentials has launched Omega-3 DHA + Choline SoftMelts for (age 1YR-teens) to its line of children’s supplements meant to support healthy brain development. The supplement is non-GMO, gluten-free, and contains no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners. 645 S. Allied Way, El Segundo, CA 90245, www.childlifenutrition.com...
Childlife Essentials has launched Elderberry Super-Immune SoftMelts (age 1 year-teens) to its line of children’s supplements. The supplement contains Wellmune Beta Glucan, elderberry, vitamin C, and folate, to help support immunity, according to the company. 645 S. Allied Way, El Segundo, CA 90245, www.childlifenutrition.com...
Goleta, CA—Vitamin Angels US has announced a program partnership with Vitamin Angels UK that will provide free supplemental food packages to select nurseries serving children in the UK who are at nutritional risk. Specifically, the program aims to reduce the prevalence of both inadequate and excessive nutrient intakes. “One in...
