Get your child healthy for the new school year

Clair Whitty is a Bach Flower Practitioner, a Nutritional Health Coach accredited with Thought Leader Natural Health 2018 and a Vega Food Intolerance Tester at The Natural Health Store, 24 North Main Street, Wexford 053 9121613 | clairm1@eircom.net | www.naturalhealthstore.ie THE kids are back to school after a fantastic summer off and hopefully all the sunshine they got this year will mean fewer colds. However if you want extra protection you could top up on vitamin C, D, or Zinc, fish oils, and immune supporting herbs like Olive Leaf or Elderberry.

Good gut bacteria are an extremely important part of the immune system, they support healthy digestion, plus they help with mood. Take a look at Proven Probiotics Fit for School. You get the best of both worlds, combining good gut bacteria and immune supporting Vitamin D and C. You could also consider Proven Acidophilus & Bifidus for Children it combines good gut bacteria with vitamins for the fussy eater.

Comvita Olive Leaf for children is a pleasant tasting remedy with natural antibiotic, antiviral and antifungal properties, and is useful for colds, flu, infections, and sore throats.

Elderberry is a fantastic remedy for the chesty chid, it’s anti-viral, helps with chestiness, and supports the immune system. Sambucol for kids contains black elderberry, Zinc and vitamin C. It’s suitable for children aged 1 up to 12.

If your teenager is a fussy eater you could top up their nutrients with a multi vitamin. Oxylent comes in a sachet which you add to water; it tastes great, and includes vitamin C and D, Zinc to support immunity, B Vitamins for extra energy, and extra nutrients to support the active child who is involved in after school activities. For younger children or those that prefer capsules take a look at Viridian ViridiKid. It contains a wide range of nutrients to keep your child in tip top shape all year round.

Fish Oils are particularly important for concentration and memory. If your child doesn’t eat oily fish give them good quality fish oils. They can be slow to work, so start giving them early in the year, especially for exam students.

Some children find school stressful, what with all the changes, the extra work load, new teachers, subjects and friends; if your child is anxious about school you could try Higher Nature Balance for Nerves. It calms the student helping them to feel relaxed. It’s suitable from age 6 upwards.

I hope these simple steps will help keep your child healthy and happy this school year.