Parents are interested in providing the best and most comprehensive care for the health and well being of their children. If they are truly committed to keeping kids healthy, parents should provide high quality food, rather than capitulate to the whims and wants of their children, which may be based on TV/internet commercials touting how delicious high sugar, ‘junk’, kid friendly foods may be. Although that can be a challenge, as a parent and grandparent I only provided organic, chemical free food, but allowed them to eat ‘otherwise’ at their friends house, birthday parties, etc. You can find where your limitations lie. In addition to fresh air, clean water and best food choices, its worthwhile to provide essential vitamins, minerals and herbs…and other key nutritional support they need to maintain overall well-being.

In the case of medicinals, we know that remedies must not only taste good enough for children to take, but also work effectively to bring a child’s health back into balance. As a mother, grandmother, and a nurse, I am often surprised when parents ask if it is safe to use herbs with children.

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