Omega-3 fatty acids are a subgroup of essential fatty acids and are indispensable for the body. Since the body cannot produce these unsaturated fatty acids itself, they must be ingested in sufficient quantities with food.
The German Nutrition Society (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Ernährung, DGE) therefore recommends regularly supplementing the diet with fish:
"Fatty sea fish such as salmon, mackerel and tuna are [...] good sources of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids." (dge.de)
Especially in childhood, an adequate supply of omega-3 fatty acids is incredibly important for normal physical and mental development. Particularly the brain of adolescents, which is actually still at the "training stage", already has to put in a lot of effort: focus, memory and cognition are required to meet often high demands at school.
UltraPure Omega3 Kids by Vitality Nutritionals was specially developed for and adapted to the needs of children. For targeted support to achieve an adequate omega-3 supply.
Why omega-3 is so important for children
Omega-3 fatty acids have been extensively researched as part of over 6000 scientific studies. Their effect on health is incredible. Some researchers even refer to them as the "miracle foods of the 21st century.”
Even unborn babies benefit if their mothers ingest certain omega-3 fatty acids in sufficient quantities. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), for example, already contributes to normal development of eyes and brain in the fetus – as well as later in the breastfed infant.
Throughout childhood, omega-3 fatty acids are then required for healthy growth and development. They promote mental abilities and vision, are indispensable for a healthy cardiovascular system and normal metabolism. They particularly support eye and brain health throughout the developmental period and beyond. In studies, children with adequately supply of omega-3 performed better on the eye-hand coordination test than children whose supply was lacking. Their visual acuity, which was measured by means of an eye chart, was better by an average of 1.5 lines.
However, of all foods, the important DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish – disliked by many children. While plant-based alternatives exist, the extracted omega-3 fatty acids are often less potent and bioactive. That's why many omega-3 supplements contain fish oil rich in omega-3 – which doesn't taste particularly pleasant even to adults and is downright repulsive to children.
Nutritional supplementation with UltraPure Omega3 Kids – tasty and easy to take
UltraPure Omega3 Kids was specifically developed to meet the needs of children, not only in terms of dosage, but also in terms of how it is taken. The supplement is contained in chewable capsules, which are particularly easy for children to swallow. In addition, both the capsules and the fish oil they contain have been enriched with a natural mixed fruit flavour. To children, taking UltraPure Omega3 Kids chewable capsules is as familiar and easy as eating a delicious chewy candy.
In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, UltraPure Omega3 Kids also contains vitamins D and E. Vitamin D is an important vitamin for children. For example, it supports the immune system and is required for absorption of calcium into bones and teeth. The more calcium that is incorporated into bones at a young age, the longer the bones will remain strong later in life. Vitamin E helps protect cells from oxidative damage.
UltraPure Omega3 Kids capsules are ideal to support an optimal omega-3 supply for children from 4 years onwards.
UltraPure Omega3 Kids – high quality and ultra pure
UltraPure Omega3 Kids contains BioPure® fish fatty acids with a particularly high content of DHA, the fish fatty acid that is the most important for brain and vision. For BioPure®, a fish oil of the highest possible quality and purity is obtained from tuna fat through complex distillation.
UltraPure Omega3 Kids is made from sustainably fished fish. The fishing boats are equipped with a satellite link that allows the authorities to monitor that the requirement to fish only in areas with good fish stocks is complied with. The "Friend of the Sea" quality seal guarantees that the wild catch contains no more than 8 percent bycatch, which also must not contain endangered species. In addition, no overfishing is allowed, the seabed must not be disturbed, and greenhouse gas emissions must be progressively reduced.
- formula based on scientific findings
- carefully dosed specifically meet the needs of children
- ultra pure BioPure® quality
- "Friend of the Sea" seal for sustainable fisheries
- HACCP certified production
- no unnecessary additives
Frequently asked questions
Below you will find frequently asked questions about UltraPure Omega3 Kids. Cannot find your question? Contact us! Our customer team will be happy to help you.
From what age can I give my child UltraPure Omega3 Kids?
UltraPure Omega3 Kids chewable capsules are suitable for children from 4 years onwards. For infants aged 1 to 4 years, we recommend mixing the liquid content of 1 capsule daily (pierce a capsule with a needle for this purpose) with food or a drink. The whole capsule should not be given to small children due to choking hazard.
At what age can I switch to UltraPure Omega3 for adults?
UltraPure Omega3 Kids chewable capsules are intended for children up to about 12 years of age. Experience has shown that at a younger age, the children sometimes take issue with the taste of UltraPure Omega3 capsules. If this does not bother your child, you can let them switch as soon as they can eat properly and no longer have difficulties swallowing a capsule.
My kids don't want to take fish oil capsules because they think they're gross. What does the fish oil in UltraPure Omega3 Kids taste like?
It is true that fish oil by itself does not have a pleasant taste. For this reason, we have added a natural mixed fruit flavour to UltraPure Omega3 Kids, both to the oil and the capsule. This makes UltraPure Omega3 Kids tastier than the supplements of many of our competitors.
My child is allergic to fish. Can I use UltraPure Omega3 Kids regardless?
No, UltraPure Omega3 Kids contains fish oil and therefore fish. However, to support an optimal supply of omega-3 fatty acids, Vitality Nutritionals also offers exclusively plant-based omega-3 supplements that can be used in this case.
