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I have always been a strong believer in gut health, but as Lexi got older I started to explore the options of ensuring that her tummy stays healthy. Recent research has shown that gut health can be linked to all sorts of physical and mental capacities within our body. It has become an increasingly popular topic, with many people starting to learn more and more about what they can do to keep their gut healthy. There are billions of bacteria in your intestinal track, both good and bad. Researchers are just beginning to understand how to infiltrate your gut with good bacteria so you can maintain a healthy digestive system, and luckily there are some things out there that we has parents can do to help promote that.ÂTable of Contents
Probiotics
One of the most common remedies for a healthy gut is probiotics. Probiotics are filled with healthy bacteria that stay in your gut and help to create additional healthy gut bacteria. Some kids have trouble taking big pills, it's never been an issue here, but I still like to make vitamins and supplements fun. In fact, I use them as a treat. Lexi wants sweets ALL THE TIME, so if I can replace some of them with the daily vitamins, that's a win for me. And she loves them the same!Seaweed
Growing up in Russia, my mom would always make us eat seaweed salads in cans. I remember her saying it's a super food. I did not think much about it till probably two years ago when I realize that seaweed salad in stores and restaurants is the same thing as what we were being fed as kids, and then I started looking at the health benefits of it. As Lexi grew older, I introduced her to seaweed immidiately so she would have a taste for it. Seaweed is especially crucial for a healthy gut because it aids in digestion and contains high amounts of fiber, probiotics, DHA and Omega-3 fatty acids, and anti-oxidants. That's why I like to make her a seaweed salad, or use some seaweed supplements, on occasion.Immune Enhancing Supplements for a Healthy Gut
Lexi started "big-kid" school last year so I have been keenly aware of any immune-boosting supplements that also help to keep her healthy so that she has overall health and wellness. After all, a healthy immune system correlates with a healthy track. In fact, this past winter we spent several days in and out of doctor's offices for a terrible sinus infection that just wouldn't go away and this was the first time I ever experienced anything like that with her. It made me realize just how important keeping her immune system strong really is, especially when we do things like travel which is when she got the infection over our 30 day Christmas trip around Europe. She and I both love this Sambucocl Black Elderberry for Kids because it not only provides immune-boosting properties but it is also easy for Lexi to take. It kind of tastes like a sweet syrup. I also love that it's made for younger kids-two years and older- so by the time your child starts preschool they can start taking the Sambucocl Black Elderberry for Kids.I was in Croatia this past month and in a conversation with a local girl, I found out that she loves shopping at iHerb because they are one of the few companies that don't rob you with shipping. I thought it was so cool, because that's exactly where we get our supplements. iHerb carries over 30,000 products that can be shipped to over 160 countries and their customer service provides support in 10 languages. It makes it so simple and easy to get everything we need in one place for good prices. I don't have to spend a ton of time researching or figuring out which brand is best for us because they have done all the research already. I just head over to the website and get what Lexi and I need to keep our digestive track healthy and our immune systems strong.
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WHAT WE TAKE:
Garden of Life Chewable Probiotics | Nordic Naturals Probiotic Gummies | SeaSnax SeaVegi Seedweed Salad Mix | Jarrow's Formula Mushroom Seaweed Supplement | Genmai Miso | Sambucocl Black Elderberry for Kids | Herb Pharm Echinacea Drops for Kids |  Nature's Plus Children's Chewable Calcium Supplement
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