78 HAWAII PARENT September/October 2024 immunity boosters in our Down to Earth stores – our friendly team members are standing by to assist you! Don’t forget the hand sanitizer – It’s essential, but why not go with a natural option for your little ones? Shop for sanitizer that is all-natural and fragrance-free, and will allow your keiki to spread more aloha, and less sickness. Score an A+ by helping your children develop good habits early on that will benefit them throughout their lives. Not only will they have better learning outcomes by avoiding some of those bummer sick days, but their overall vigor and wellness will also improve from being able to fight off classroom germs. Healthy food, vitamins, supplements, and exercise can give your keiki superpowers to defend against sickness, and will make them feel super, too! tion. Here are just a few things you may want to include in your keiki’s daily routine: (Check with your child’s physician before trying any new vitamins or supplements.) A good multi-vitamin – Vitamins A, B6, C, D, E, and zinc all help strengthen your immune system; especially vitamin C, which you can get from citrus fruits, spinach, and strawberries. According to the National Institute of Health, adequate vitamin D levels may decrease susceptibility to infection. We’re fortunate to have lots of warm, sunny days even in the winter, so consider going outside often to help your keiki’s body produce more Vitamin D. Even just 15 minutes in the sunlight will help! Elderberry and Echinacea are rich in phytonutrients which have been shown to be very supportive in preventing sickness. Check out the keiki-friendly versions of “Supplementing can also help improve immune system function.”
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