IPN 2023 February

Best Baby and Children’s Supplement

Vitamins, minerals and supplements (VMS) have always been an important category in the pharmacy.

Growing children, especially those who don’t eat a varied diet, sometimes don’t get enough vitamins A and C. It can also be difficult to get enough vitamin D through food alone for them.

Children’s vitamins, alongside a healthy balanced diet, can help to make sure babies and children are getting everything they need to prevent vitamin deficiencies and stay healthy.

The Finalists in this Category are:

Minami DHA+EPA Liquid Kids

Minami DHA+EPA Liquid Kids provides ultra-pure, highly concentrated omega-3 and vitamin D3 for the maintenance of a healthy brain, vision, strong bones and optimal immune function. This liquid omega-3 formula comes in a delicious natural orange and berry flavour, which you can easily dose and stir into the food or drinks for you and your children or take directly from the spoon.

• EPA and DHA are proven to help maintain a healthy heart function

• DHA is proven to contribute to normal brain function and vision

• Vitamin D3 is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children

• Vitamin D3 contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children

MINAMI® is one of the highestconcentrated Omega-3s available. Our fish oils come from small fish species that aren’t endangered, sourced from southern waters of the Pacific Ocean. We’re proud to have been certified by Friend of the Sea for our work.

Wellbaby Multivitamin Liquid

Carefully balanced supplement for babies & infants From the makers of Pregnacare, Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Liquid is ideal for babies and young children from 6 months to 4 years to provide a carefully balanced, comprehensive range of 14 essential vitamins and minerals. Wellbaby Multivitamin Liquid with Swiss Alpine malt has a delicious taste your little one will love. Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Liquid formula includes vitamins A, C and D. Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Liquid provides an ideal nutritional safeguard during a time when babies and infants have a high nutrient requirement in relation to body size, to support their rapid physical growth and development of bones, muscles, blood and the brain. Key nutrients include iron, which contributes to normal cognitive development, and 10 µg vitamin D, which is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children. Vitamin D also contributes to their normal immune system function.

AYA Kids Liquid Multi suitable for 3+

Live the AYA way with AYA Kids Liquid Multi. This contains a spectrum of ingredients to support the normal functioning of the immune system, such as vitamins A, C, D, B6, B12, zinc along with pantothenic acid. The liquid formulation of AYA Kids Liquid Multi supports optimum absorption of the nutrients.

Optibac Probiotics Babies & Children

Optibac Probiotics Babies & Children is a highly researched, expert formula designed especially for use from birth to twelve years of age. It contains 3 of the most scientifically proven probiotic strains for babies and children: Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001, L. rhamnosus GG – the most scientifically studied strain in the world - and Bifidobacterium breve M-16V® which has been used in over 140 baby care units across the globe. Collectively, these world-renowned strains have been trialled in over 5,000 children worldwide. Along with added vitamin D and prebiotic FOS fibres, this specialist supplement offers all-round support for digestion, immunity, and skin health in children of all ages, in a natural, sugar-free format.

Eskimo-3 Kids

Eskimo-3 Kids provides optimised levels of Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, Omega-6 and Omega-9, contributing to normal brain function, vision and heart health. The formula is packed with omega-3 DHA to support brain function, concentration and vision, while omega-6 helps to keep your mood more balanced.

Eskimo-3 Kids also contains Vitamin D which supports healthy teeth, bones and muscles, as well as a strong immune system, all important for growing children Eskimo-3 kids is available in either liquid (tutti frutti or orange flavour) or as an orange chewable. The delicious orange or tutti frutti liquid can be taken directly off the spoon or added to smoothies, yoghurt, juice or food for an extra brain boost. The Eskimo-3 Kids chewables are a tasty orange flavour which children absolutely love. Eskimo3.ie