- Product code: VIRIDI/525
- Size: 200ml
- Price: £8.95
Product Description:
Viridian 100% Organic ViridiKid Nutritional Oil Blend
The brain is the fattiest organ of the body. Almost two-third of the weight of the human brain is accounted by phospholipids. DHA is the predominant structural fatty acid in the brain which is mostly distributed in the cerebral cortex, membranes of synaptic communication centres, mitochondria and photo-receptors of the retina. It comprises approximately 40% of the PUFAs in the brain and 60% of PUFAs in the retina. Almost 50% weight of the neuronal membranes is accounted by DHA.
EPA and subsequently, DHA can be formed through the metabolism of alpha linolenic acid (ALA) the omega-3 parent fatty acid found in the following organic seed oils.
Organic Flax Seed Oil
Flax seed oil is one of the richest sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs), it is also rich in omega 6, and 9. EFAs are needed for the body to make prostaglandins which are hormone like substances. Considerable clinical and experimental evidence now supports the idea that deficiencies or imbalances in certain highly unsaturated fatty acids may contribute to a range of common developmental disorders including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
The Durham Trial
Another experiment, conducted by Dr Alex Richardson of Oxford University, involved young children, aged from six to 11, in Durham. All these children had specific difficulties in motor coordination, over 30% had Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), and 40% had specific learning difficulties and were more than two years behind in reading and spelling.
The experiment provided the children with supplements containing Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E. Again, the results were very clear. Compared with the expected progress for normal children, the recipients of the supplements improved their reading ability at more than three times the normal rate, and more than twice the rate in spelling, over three months of treatment. There were also significant improvements in their ADHD symptoms.
Another recent study set out to evaluate the effect of an alpha linolenic acid (ALA)-rich nutritional supplementation in the form of flax oil and antioxidant emulsion on blood fatty acids composition and behaviour in children with ADHD. Post-supplementation levels of red blood cell (RBC) membrane fatty acids were significantly higher than pre-treatment levels as well as the levels in control. There was significant improvement in the symptoms of ADHD, reflected by a reduction in total hyperactivity scores derived from ADHD rating scale. It has been shown that the latest research makes clear that it is EPA, not DHA, which is more effective in reducing the problems with attention, perception and memory that are associated with ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia. This is probably because EPA plays a more important role in the minute-by-minute functioning of the brain, and also helps to make many other substances (such as prostaglandins) that are crucial for proper signalling between cells.
Organic Hemp Seed Oil
Hemp seed’s weight in oil is 30-35% which consists of 80% unsaturated EFAs - linoleic acid and GLA(omega 6) and alpha linolenic acid (omega 3).
Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil
Pumpkin seeds are a rich source of fatty acids. The four dominant fatty acids are Palmitic, Stearic, Oleic, and linoleic acid. HPLC analysis of the powerful pigments found in pumpkin seed oil reveal a number of CAROTENOIDS – the main components being BETA CAROTENE and LUTEIN.
Organic Avocado Oil
Avocados are the highest fruit source of vitamin E. Vitamin E is known to slow the ageing process and protect against heart disease and common forms of cell damage by neutralising free radicals.
Organic Vanilla Oil (0.25%) and Organic Orange Skin Oil (0.25%)
This natural Organic blend provides a pleasant aroma to help enhance overall palatability - familiar flavours that children.
Dosage range:
2-3 tsp (10-15ml) per day, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
1 tsp provides
• 2330mg ALA (omega 3)
• 1235mg LA (omega 6)
• 699mg OA (omega 9)
• 14mg GLA (omega 6)
Suggested Dose:
Age 1-2 1 tsp daily
Age 2-6 2 tsp daily
Age 6-12 3 tsp daily
Age 12+ 3 tsp or as required
Viridian 100% Organic ViridiKid Nutritional Oil Blend is available from Revital Health Stores, Mail order and Online
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