Country Life Vitamins
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Gut Connection® Kids Digestive Balance™
Ingredients:
Organic PreticX™ xylo-oligosaccharides, Actazin™ organic green kiwi powder (Actinidia deliciosa), EpiCor® dried yeast fermentate (from Saccharomyces cerevisiae), Benegut® perilla leaf extract (Perilla frutescens) (leaf), Xylitol Granulation (Xylitol, Dextrin), Organic Sweet Potato (Color), Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Natural Watermelon Flavor, Natural Orange Flavor, Stearic Acid, Silica, Monk Fruit Extract.
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Country Life Vitamins Gut Connection® Kids Digestive Balance™ is an average choice for those seeking cleaner food options for children. This product aims to support digestive health using a blend of ingredients that includes prebiotics and plant extracts.
The Gut Connection® Kids Digestive Balance™ is not certified organic, which affects its green leaf rating. The absence of a non-GMO certification further reduces its standing. The inclusion of Xylitol and Citric Acid, which are considered added sugars, also detracts from the product’s overall score. Additionally, the presence of ‘Natural Flavor’ and ‘Flavor’ raises concerns about potential harmful additives, leading to a lower assessment on the green leaf scale.
The product features a mix of potentially beneficial components such as Organic PreticX™ xylo-oligosaccharides, which serve as a source of prebiotic fiber. Actazin™ organic green kiwi powder is included for its natural digestive enzymes, and EpiCor® dried yeast fermentate from Saccharomyces cerevisiae is known for its immune-supporting properties. Benegut® perilla leaf extract is another key ingredient, valued for its potential to improve gastrointestinal comfort.
Other ingredients include Xylitol Granulation for sweetness, with Dextrin as a carrier, and Organic Sweet Potato, which provides natural color. The product also contains Citric Acid for pH balance, Natural Watermelon and Orange Flavors for taste, as well as Stearic Acid and Silica as anti-caking agents. Monk Fruit Extract is used as an additional natural sweetener.
The Country Life Vitamins Gut Connection® Kids Digestive Balance™ offers a mixed bag of attributes. While it incorporates components that may be beneficial for digestive health, its lack of organic and non-GMO certifications, along with the use of added sugars and flavors, make it a product that lands squarely in the middle of the spectrum in terms of providing cleaner food options.
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