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give baby a healthy start with omega-3s
Even your little one needs omega-3 growing power. Nordic Naturals Baby’s DHA is made from the highest quality Arctic Cod Liver Oil plus natural vitamin D3. It’s safe and effective and comes with a dropper so you can easily add it to formula or food. Omega-3s support brain, eye, and nervous system development in growing babies 5 to 35 lbs. Trust Nordic Naturals freshness and purity. 800.662.2544 or
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organic life vitamins® Organic Life Vitamins is an award-winning premium whole-food-based liquid multi with organic aloe vera, 24 organic superfruits, vegetables and fruits. OLV also features trace minerals, essential vitamins, amino acids, OptiMSM, chromium picolinate and selenium. Organic cranberry and raspberry flavor plus organic stevia and organic agave. Vegetarian, gluten free, non-GMO. 30 oz bottles and single-serving nutripacks.
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Kale. Tis crucifer offers more vitamin C than almost any other dark leafy green. Although C may not prevent you from getting sick if exposed to a virus, research indicates it can reduce an infection’s symptoms and duration. Get more: Steam kale for five minutes and toss with lemon juice, flaxseed oil, and cayenne; add to soups and pastas. Aim for two to three servings of C-rich fresh produce daily. Mushrooms. Although exotic shiitakes and maitakes have garnered most of the immunity spotlight, recent research shows button-type mushrooms offer similar benefits. In a study conducted with Yale School of Medicine, Japanese scientists found that supplementing with an extract of several mushroom species increased cancer-fighting cells in study subjects after just four weeks. Researchers aren’t sure if eating mushrooms has the same effect, but they are a very good source of immune- boosting minerals, including zinc. Get more: Refrigerate mushrooms to preserve nutrients. Sauté chopped mushrooms with garlic and toss into omelets; add to miso soup or pasta sauce. Oats. Along with apples and nuts, oats
new alive! children’s multi-vitamins
Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, plus 26 fruits and vegetables, new Alive! Children’s Multi-Vitamins from Nature’s Way are the perfect choice for nourishing your child’s growing needs. Nutritious and fun, Alive! Children’s multi-vitamins are available as delicious, gelatin-free fruit gummies and great tasting chewable tablets. Naturally flavored. Gluten free. No artificial colors.
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bakery on main truebar Bakery On Main introduces Truebar, a new line of fruit and nut bars with simple, wholesome ingredients and nothing to hide. Available in 6 delicious flavors, Truebar is a good source fiber and Omega 3, made with many low-GI ingredients, non-GMO, dairy and casein free, low sodium with no transfats or cholesterol and certified gluten free and Kosher Parve.
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vega one
Made from natural, plant-based, whole food ingredients, Vega One Nutritional Shake is a convenient, all-in-one supplement. Packed with 50% daily intake of vitamins and minerals, 15g protein, 6 g fiber, 1.5g omega-3, plus antioxidants, probiotics and greens, Vega One gives you complete daily essentials to help you thrive.
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sugar free gummies
Hero Nutritional Products introduces tasty new SUGAR FREE additions to the Hero family! Yummi Bears Sugar Free and Slice of Life Sugar Free are the first and only SUGAR FREE gummy multi-vitamin providing essential vitamins and nutrients for overall health. Hero gummies are made with natural fruit flavors and colors. Allergen, gluten, dairy free! Call 800.500. HERO or visit
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are a good source of soluble fiber, which preliminary research shows stimulates production of the anti-inflammatory protein interleukin-4, bolstering immunity. Polysaccharides called beta-glucans, found in oats, barley, mushrooms, and baker’s yeast, also help immune cells fight bacteria and viruses. Get more: Start your day with rolled or steel-cut oats with chopped apples and nuts; add oats to baked goods. Adults should aim for 20–30 grams of fiber daily. Pumpkin seeds. Along with oysters, chickpeas, eggs, and red meat, pumpkin seeds are a great source of zinc, an essential mineral for cellular functions, including immune cell production. Even mild zinc deficiency can suppress immunity. Get more: Add pumpkin seeds to salads, granola, and oatmeal cookies; grind seeds and add to burgers. Yogurt. Probiotics in yogurt have
been shown to reduce a cold’s duration and severity and increase flu-vaccine effectiveness. Get more: Choose low-sugar yogurts and kefirs. Stir a bit of jam or honey into plain yogurt; add kefir to smoothies; substitute plain Greek yogurt for sour cream on tacos or in dips.
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