Choosing the best products for kids’ immunity
As a parent of younger children, it can feel like there’s constantly ills & chills circulating in your community. Whilst kids do seem to succumb in endless succession, they also have remarkable capacity to recover, bouncing back to smiles and playtime as their immune systems kick in.
To maintain a strong immune system, good nutrition, exercise and sufficient sleep are vital. Young children have specific needs for immune health and as many of us look for natural, organic solutions, the good news is that there are products available, based on traditional herbal practice, that you can rely on.
However, searching for a high-quality product for your child can be confusing, so here’s a quick checklist of what to look out for:
• Formulated specifically for young children, not adults
• Formulated by a Registered Medical Herbalist (MNZAMH) - this demonstrates in depth knowledge of using plants for health
• Use of fresh plant extracts - high levels of active ingredients that remain in their natural state for optimal absorption i.e. aren’t highly processed
• No artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or sweeteners
• The dose is correct for children - small, frequent doses are recommended for young children
• It tastes good! For a remedy to work, your little one has to take it.
You can trust products from Artemis, a New Zealand company specialising in traditional plant formulas, to tick all the points on your checklist.
The Artemis ThymeMed Respiratory & Immunity range harnesses the power of ThymeMed, our exclusive fresh-plant extract made from wild-harvested Central Otago Thyme, along with other powerful active plant ingredients.
And yes, they all have a taste kids love.
Products descriptions
Kids ViroGone, with ThymeMed and Echinacea, is a family favourite for supporting immunity and is available as a liquid and in a handy spray format for use on-the-go .
Kids ChestRelief Day and Kids ChestRelief Night help support children through ills & chills, to relax and soothe a tight chest and clear mucus. Kids ChestRelief Night has the addition of Californian Poppy to relax and relieve stress which can cause restlessness.
