The first few years of life
The human microbiome (gut bacteria) is established at birth and throughout the first few years of life. By three years of age, the composition of the microbiome is fixed for life and it is now recognised that founding a robust and balanced microbiome in the first few years of life is critical in supporting the development of healthy immune and digestive function.
A diet that contains lots of vegetables and plant foods can help to support the development of a healthy microbiome, but around half of the toddlers are considered to be fussy eaters and supplementing the diet may be helpful.
Developed specifically for toddlers
ProVen for Toddlers has been developed specifically for toddlers from one to four years of age to help support the development of the microbiome and to supplement the diet. It contains the Lab4B group of four types of good bacteria, which naturally form part of the microflora population of infants.
The product also contains 100% of the recommended daily amount of 13 essential vitamins per serving, including vitamin D for normal growth and development of bone and vitamins A, B6, B12, C and D and folic acid, which all contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Finally, ProVen for Toddlers contains prebiotics FOS (from fruit and vegetables) and GOS (which naturally forms part of breast milk). These prebiotics provide food for friendly bacteria.
If you are looking for a friendly bacteria supplement that does not include the additional vitamins, there are two ProVen for babies – one for breast fed infants and one for formula fed.
Key features
- Each serving contains 5 billion Lab4B friendly bacteria as used in the Swansea Baby Study
- Provides 100% NRV of all 13 essential vitamins
- Contains vitamin D for the normal growth and development of bone
- Contains prebiotic fibre (GOS and FOS) to help the friendly bacteria to become established in the intestines
- Mixed berry flavour
Is this a Probiotic?
You can call it what you like, but the Advertising Standards Authority has ruled that the word "probiotic" is a health claim, so we can no longer describe products containing bacteria like this to be probiotics.
Is this a Prebiotic?
We think "prebiotic" is a useful description for substances that the gut's friendly bacteria feed on. Prebiotics are not claimed to have a direct effect on human health themselves.
Rhianna (verified owner) –
I ordered this to try as I’d ask for advice from Lucinda on Instagram. She recommended the proven toddler for my 2 year old.
I tried adding it to milk which she didn’t like. I added it to yogurt which was a hit but then I found another option. She loves to dip into the powder with strawberries or even eat it from her finger! She loves it so we have now ordered more. It’s great to know she is getting everything she needs on top of her healthy varied diet.
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Hannah Cook (verified owner) –
I bought this supplement after seeking advice from Lucinda. She was very helpful and recommended this.
We have tried other multivitamins but my child always refuses them after trying once and then the bottle is wasted- I think this is due to the strong smell/ taste.
However we have had success with this supplement!! He’s very happy to take it, we’ve finished a bottle and have ordered two more.
Very much recommend!
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Holly Traynor (verified owner) –
Generally have a healthy toddler, and the powder is straightforward to use. Like the fact that I can do something positive to help against the countless bugs that seem to go around nursery.
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Louise Johnson (verified owner) –
I brought this after my daughter was diagnosed with (health condition removed by moderator). Going gluten free made her gut [health claim removed by moderator]. After one week on this probiotic, we saw a huge improvement. You simply add to water, it couldn’t be easier.
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Rosie (verified owner) –
I’ve just put another order in for those toddler vitamins – (removed by moderator due to medical claims)
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