Multivitamin + Probiotic Natural Fruit Punch Flavor!
Culturelle Kids
Overview
This Culturelle Kids product offers a combination of essential vitamins and minerals at generally appropriate doses for children, coupled with the well-researched probiotic strain LGG. While the vitamin and mineral blend helps address potential nutritional deficiencies, the standout ingredient for specific health benefits is LGG, which has strong evidence for supporting digestive and immune health in children.
The Good
Highly effective and well-researched probiotic strain (LGG) for children.
LGG specifically reduces duration of common childhood diarrhea and prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Adequate dosing of several key vitamins and minerals for children's daily needs.
The Bad
Very high dose of Vitamin D (1200IU) for children, which, while often safe, could be excessive if combined with other D sources or if a child has specific medical conditions.
Contains artificial sweetener (Sucralose) and sugar alcohols (Xylitol, Mannitol), which some parents prefer to avoid for children.
Lack of information on the specific forms of all vitamins, e.g., the form of Vitamin A (retinyl acetate or beta-carotene).
Is it for you?
Best For: Children needing daily vitamin and probiotic support, picky eaters, children with occasional digestive issues.
Skip If: Your child has specific allergies to ingredients, or a medical condition requiring specialized dietary supplements. Consult a pediatrician.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin A
360 mcg RAEVitamin A
360 mcg RAEVitamin C
45 mgVitamin C
45 mgVitamin D
30 mcgVitamin D
30 mcgVitamin E
10 mgVitamin E
10 mgVitamin B6
0.85 mgVitamin B6
0.85 mgFolate
200 mcg DFEFolate
200 mcg DFEFolic Acid
120 mcgVitamin B12
1.2 mcgVitamin B12
1.2 mcgBiotin
7.5 mcgBiotin
7.5 mcgPantothenic Acid
2.5 mgPantothenic Acid
2.5 mgIodine
30 mcgIodine
30 mcgZinc
1.88 mgZinc
1.88 mgHow to Use
Chew one tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
Daily
Morning
With food
Who Should Use This
Best For:
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