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Fruit-a-mins Review – 8 Reasons Why

By Sasha de Beausset Aparicio, MSc

Reviewed by Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir

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Evidence Based | Synopsis | Nutrition Facts | Benefits | Contraindications | Cost | Suggested Use | Does it Work

Fruit-a-mins is advertised as a mineral and vitamin formula especially designed to promote proper mental, physical and emotional development in children. The formula manufactured by Symmetry claims to supply a broad spectrum of fruit and vegetable extracts and other whole foods in a single serving which accounts for a day’s amount of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Symmetry is a business founded in 1995 and committed to develop high quality products that are able to transform the lives of their patients, both physically and financially. Symmetry operates through a direct selling model and has offices in 10 countries all around the world. The company prides on being a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Direct Selling Education Foundation, Better Business Bureau and other business related organizations.

Fruit-a-mins comes in the form of artificial sweeteners, coloring and preservatives free chewable vitamins.

Synopsis

1) Fruit-a-mins at a Glance

Fruit-a-mins is a combination of vitamins and minerals designed to provide a solid nutritional base for the healthy, growing body of children.The formula provides essential B vitamins, which support a large number of bodily functions. For instance, Vitamin B12 is known to promote a healthy nerve cell function and to contribute to red blood cell production. Vitamin B12 deficiencies in children may lead to anemia and Neurological symptoms include numbness and a number of neurological symptoms such as tingling of the hands and feet, loss of balance, mood disorders symptoms such as depression, confusion and poor memory. Fruit-a-mins also includes antioxidant nutrients such as Beta Carotene, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E, which may limit the damage of oxidative stress caused by free radicals.

Zinc is essential to more than 100 processes that go on inside the body on a daily basis. It is particularly important to maintain a strong immune system and for the production of hormones. Zinc also has an antioxidant effect, contributing to the removal of toxins from the brain (which in turn may prevent neuro-degeneration such as Alzheimer’s disease). Equally interesting is Zinc’s beneficial effect in managing ADHD. Evidence indicates that children with ADHD tend to have lower Zinc levels as compared to healthy children. A study on 400 children with diagnosed ADHD revealed promising results: at a dose of Zinc sulfate of 150 mg/day impaired social behavior, impulsivity and hyperactivity were improved as compared to placebo.

Nutrition Facts

2) Fruit-a-mins Nutrition Facts

Fruit-a-mins includes the following ingredients: Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate and 6% as beta carotene), Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and sodium Ascorbate), Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol), Vitamin E (as dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate and d-alpha-tocopheryl succinate), Thiamin (as thiamin Mononitrate), Riboflavin, Niacin (as Niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl), Folate (as folic acid), Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin), Biotin, Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium Pantothenate), Zinc (as zinc citrate), Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine), Chromium, Potassium, Acerola (Malpighia punicifolia) berry extract, Rose Hips (Rosa canina) fruit, Hesperidin complex, Proprietary fruit crystal blend: cherry juice flavored crystals, orange juice flavored crystals, lemon juice flavored crystals, Proprietary whole food blend: pineapple, broccoli, carrots, apple, orange, tomato, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, beet, blueberry, celery, grape, grapefruit, kale, plum, raspberry, spinach, strawberry, watermelon, radish, lemon, lime, cantaloupe, cherry, leek, onion, papaya, peach, pear, sucrose, fructose, natural flavors, carrageenan, Stearic acid, Magnesium Stearate, silica, Sodium Ascorbate, Malic acid, and citric acid.

3) Does Fruit-a-mins Work and it is Safe?

By being a combination of vitamins and minerals, Fruit-a-mins should offer a solid nutritional base for a proper development in children. The formula contains essential B vitamins that are helpful when it comes to supporting a palette of functions in the human body. For example, Vitamin B-12 is known for its contribution to the red blood cell production as well as the help with the proper functioning of the human nerve cells. Deficiencies of B-12 Vitamin in the body may lead to Neurological symptoms like numbness, some neurological symptoms including loss of balance, mood disturbances, tingling of the feet and hands and mood disorders such as poor memory, confusion, and depression. Moreover, among Fruit-a-mins’s ingredients are Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Beta Carotene and Vitamin E that help with the damage done by the free radicals.

Another important compound of the formula is Zinc, an essential ingredient for more than one hundred processes taking place on a daily basis within the human body. Particularly, it is important in maintaining a healthy immune system as well as hormone production. Also, Zinc has been tested for its potential positive impact on the children that have ADHD, which tend to possess a lower Zinc level than healthy children. A study conducted using 400 children revealed promising results, a dose of 150 mg/day of Zinc impaired impulsivity, hyperactivity and social behavior. However, there are some unwanted side-effects related to the usage of Zinc. These include kidney or stomach damage, metallic taste, and diarrhea.

Unfortunately, there are no available online testimonials. Thus the supplement’s effectiveness cannot be stated.

Benefits

4) Fruit-a-mins Benefits & Results

  • The formula includes and exclusive fruit crystal blend which gives the formula a great taste;
  • The supplement is free of artificial colorings, flavors or preservatives;
  • Easy to administrate chewable vitamins;
  • Affordable price (approximately $20 for a minimum 2 month’s supply).

Contraindications

5) Fruit-a-mins Warnings and Precautions

  • Consumer reviews exclusively available on the manufacturer’s website;
  • No money back guarantee available.

Cost

6) How Much Does Fruit-a-mins Cost?

Fruit-a-mins can be found by bottles containing sixty chewable tablets. The product is sold at an average price both on manufacturer website as well as other online retailers. However, clients purchasing from the official site of the company may benefit from a large variety of discounts when obtaining a membership. The supplement is still produced and sold in more than ten countries worldwide. People may take advantage of discounts when buying this supplement in large quantities too. However, it is important to study the market and choose the proper retailer in order to have satisfaction of the purchase.

Suggested Use

7) Suggested Use

Reviews available on the manufacturer’s website report increased effectiveness and the fact that children enjoy the taste of the product. However, reviews are not available elsewhere online. For children under the age of 4, the recommended daily dosage is half a wafer daily, whereas for children older than 4 and adults the dose is 1 wafer a day.

Does it Work

8) Bottom Line – Does It Really Work?

Vitamins and minerals are essential for normal body growth and development, particularly in children whose needs exceed those of an adult. These essential nutrients can be obtained from a balanced diet, however sometimes supplementation is needed in supply the right amounts.

The market for children supplementation includes a large variety of manufacturers and products. Fruit-a-mins is one of the many chewable vitamins for children available today. It offers the daily recommended doses of essential B Vitamins, Vitamin C, D, A and E and various important minerals. However, the lack of consumer reviews, other than a few on the manufacturer’s website which claim increased satisfaction, makes it hard for us to evaluate if product is better than its alternatives.

In this case, we advise that you talk to a healthcare provider before starting using Fruit-a-mins or any dietary supplement for that matter.

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