Liquid Immunity+ Bundle Morning Multivitamin | Elderberry Drops | Liquid Probiotic | Nighttime Multimineral | D3 + K2 Spray

Q: What are the main differences between the original Multivitamin formula and the new Essentials+?

The original Raspberry Morning Multivitamin contains a blend of 13 vitamins, 4 essential minerals whereas the new Essentials+ blends have 14 vitamins and 3 essential minerals and an additional organic fruit blend that includes Elderberry! We also adjusted the amounts of several of the vitamins. Depending on your body’s nutrient needs, one formula might be more beneficial for you than the other. If you are unsure which multimineral would best fit your needs,  we’d recommend consulting with your physician or healthcare professional.

Q: How does the Extra Strength differ from the other Nighttime Multimineral Formulas?

A: Our Lemonade Dream flavor is an extra strength formula, with more Calcium and Magnesium. Both Nighttime Multiminerals contain a blend of minerals, including calcium citrate, magnesium citrate, 72 trace minerals, vitamin C, and vitamin D3, among others. Formulated to aid the body in falling asleep (magnesium), it also helps to restore the body while you sleep. When taken together, boron and magnesium assist in calming and relaxing the body to ensure a better and deeper sleep. Calcium helps rebuild and maintain healthy bone and nerve tissues, while vitamin C and vitamin D ensure all the trace minerals are absorbed.

While the Lemonade formula is the “extra strength” — with higher doses of Calcium & Magnesium — it does have lower quantities in some of the vitamins & minerals. Liquid formulas are like food recipes and to make them palatable and to have the ingredients work together effectively, ratios must be adjusted.

Q: Can I give the Multivitamin or Multimineral to children? What is the dosing?

A: Yes, children, ages two and up, can use our formula. However, before you give the Multis to your children, we highly recommend that you show our formula to your physician, pediatrician or healthcare professional to see if our formula is right for your child. Your healthcare professional knows your child’s health best, including what other supplements or prescriptions your child may be taking, as well as knowing if your child is facing any health challenges. We recommend that the child's physician, pediatrician or healthcare professional approve all new wellness supplements. Your healthcare professional can also assess an appropriate dosage for your child. Each child is unique and different, and we want to make sure that they receive the best care possible!

Q: I have MTHFR gene variant(s). Are these products safe for me?

A: Navigating B-vitamins and MTHFR can be tricky! While there is a considerable amount of information coming out on genetic variations and how they affect our biochemistry and health, the MTHFR deficiency is not yet fully understood, including how various B-vitamins affect any given individual. Elevated homocysteine levels, often caused by the MTHFR gene variants, is associated with deficiencies in B9 (Folate), B6 and B12. 

The primary concern for those with MTHFR gene variant(s) is Folate (vitamin B9). People with MTHFR gene variant(s) need to avoid synthetic forms of folate (B9), like Folic Acid. There seems to be some evidence that Folinic Acid is safe for those with the less severe MTHFR gene variants, while preliminary studies show that those with more severe MTHFR variants may require 5-MTHR (Methylated Folate) supplementation and/or treatment with betaine (trimethylglycine) to aid in metabolizing homocysteine.

We have six products in our line of supplements that contain some form of folate: all three of our Morning Multivitamins, our Kid’s Multivitamin Gummies, Biotin Gummies and our B-Complex Spray. 

Of those products, the Liquid Multivitamins Essentials+ (Fruit Punch and Strawberry) & Organic B-Complex have Folinic Acid since methylated folate is not stable in liquid formulas. Folinic Acid is suitable for many with MTHFR. If you are unsure whether or not you can use Calcium Folinate or Folinic Acid, please speak with your physician. 

We advise those with the MTHFR gene variants against using the Liquid Morning Multivitamin in Raspberry flavor, as this version currently has non-methylated folate which is not suitable for this with MTHFR. We do plan on updating this formula to have Folinic Acid with the next batch going to production very soon. However, this new formula is not yet available. (If you are interested in this product, please check with us before ordering to ensure the batches have been updated.)

Our Children's Multivitamin Gummies, as well as our Biotin Gummies, contain Methylated Folate (as Calcium L-5-methyl-THF). Methylated folate is considered safest for those with MTHFR, especially for people who have multiple MTHFR variants.

The remaining products in our line of supplements do not have B9. However, we do have a number of products which contain other B-vitamins. We created a spreadsheet to help our customers review all our products with B-vitamins and their forms, so you can make the best choices for your health. Please reach out to our customer care team for access to this spreadsheet. Generally, the vitamer of B6 that is recommended for those with MTHFR variants is Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (P5P) and the vitamer of B12 that is recommended for those with MTHFR variants is Methylcobalamin. Please consult with your healthcare professional to determine what is best for you. 

In general, when starting any new health and wellness supplement, you should check with your physician or healthcare professional to make sure the supplement is suitable for you and your health. This is especially true when there is the added complexity of the MTHFR gene variants. We encourage you to partner with your healthcare professional to determine the best course of action.

Please do not hesitate to let us know of any additional questions you may have or if you need further assistance.

Q: What if I forgot to refrigerate my Liquid Multi? 

A: Some customers have forgotten to refrigerate their Multis after opening. We have done testing on the multivitamins and multiminerals: results suggest they are good for 7 days out of the refrigerator. We like to err on the side of safety and say 5 days.   

Q: Do you have any tips on kids and vitamins?

A: Yes, we have a few! First and foremost: be sure to consult with your child’s physician or healthcare professional prior to use of these products to make sure they are suitable for your child. This is particularly true if your child is experiencing any health challenges, is taking any medications or if your child is under the age of twelve.

As much as we pride ourselves on making great tasting vitamins, we do want to advise that you keep all vitamins, especially gummies out of reach of your children. They are not candy and they should not be treated as such. It is possible to get too much of a good thing! If you are concerned that your child may have taken too much of a vitamin or too many gummies, please call the Poison Control hotline: 1 (800) 222-1222 (available 24/7). 

Lastly, fat-soluble vitamins, like vitamins A, D & E, can only be absorbed with food. We recommend giving your child their daily vitamins after a meal, and because this our multivitamins contain B12 (which can provide an energy boost), we’d recommend taking it after breakfast or lunch. 

Q: Are the plastic bottles BPA-free?

A: Yes, the bottles we use for our products are BPA free. 

Q: Where are the D3 and K2 sourced from?

A: Our D3 is sourced from wild-crafted, non-GMO, vegan Lichen, and our K2 is sourced from Natto, a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans (the highest food source of natural K2!). The process of fermentation removes soy from the product.

Q: Why D3 and K2 together?

A: Vitamins D3 and K2 work with one another to maintain control over calcium levels in your body. Vitamin D3 controls the absorption of calcium into the blood. Vitamin K2 controls where that calcium goes. Taking too much vitamin D3 without getting the right amount of vitamin K2 can lead to problems with excess calcium. If calcium isn't properly absorbed, it can cause calcium buildup/deposits in arteries and muscles.

Q: What does the Vitamin D3 + K2 Spray taste like?

A: There is no added flavor in our Liquid Vitamin D3 + K2 Spray, though it has the light taste of olive oil, the base of the spray.

Q: How should I use the Liquid Probiotic? Can I take it with drinks or food?

A: Ideally, the probiotic would be taken on an empty stomach in the morning.  It can also be taken before meals if you have forgotten to take it in the morning. You can add the probiotic to any amount of liquid that you prefer.

Q: Does this need to be kept in the fridge like other probiotics? 

A: Our Probiotics have been tested for efficacy in high/hot & cold temperatures; the efficacy of the product is not affected at all! Our probiotics are Soil-Based Organisms (SBOs), which are unique in the fact that they are resistant to heat, and are shelf-stable.  
 

Q: Can my kids use the Liquid Probiotics too?

A: In general, everyone — children and adults — should check with their physician, pediatrician, or healthcare professional before beginning any new wellness supplement to make sure the supplement is suitable for their health. Your physician, pediatrician, or healthcare professional knows you and/or your children best, knows what other supplements or prescriptions you or your child are already on, as well as knowing if you, or your child, are facing any health challenges. We recommend that the children’s physician, pediatrician, or healthcare professional approve all new wellness supplements. 

If your child’s physician, pediatrician or healthcare professional feels the probiotics are suitable for the child, we recommend considering the dosages, broken down by age, on the box and label of the probiotics. Additionally, your respective physician, pediatrician or healthcare professional can assist you in determining the appropriate dosage for your child. 

Q: Should I take these drops daily or just when I am starting to feel sick?

A: Elderberry is known as an immune system boost, but it is also known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; some people take it to help ease joint pain. The health benefits of Elderberry go beyond supporting your body during cold & flu season! If you want further guidance on how to best receive the benefits of the Sambucus tree, consult your physician or healthcare profession for their input. 

Q: Can I take these Elderberry Drops if I have an autoimmune disease?

A: Since we don’t know the finer details of your health, we can’t say one way or another whether or not Elderberry is safe for you to take! We highly recommend you consult with your physician or healthcare profession about whether or not Elderberry is safe for you to take, and what the appropriate dosage may be.