Naturally Bright, Truly Nourishing: How Natural Dyes Boost Your Child's Brain and Body Health

We all want the best for growing children—nourishing foods, safe environments, and opportunities to thrive. However, many foods marketed toward kids contain artificial food dyes that can negatively impact their development. In our last post, we explored how synthetic dyes can affect attention, cognitive function, and behavior.

Today, we’re excited to introduce a better option: a delicious, nutrient-rich gummy made with natural colors and collagen-rich bone broth. These gummies support brain health, physical development, and overall wellness—a win-win for growing bodies and minds!

The Problem with Artificial Food Dyes

Artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1 are common in candy, snacks, and drinks. However, research links these synthetic additives to:

• Reduced attention and focus: Studies show artificial dyes may exacerbate hyperactivity, especially in children with ADHD.

• Cognitive development issues: Certain food dyes can interfere with neurotransmitters—brain chemicals essential for learning and mood regulation.

• Allergic reactions and skin irritation: For some children, synthetic dyes worsen conditions like eczema.

It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when navigating food labels, but the good news is that natural alternatives exist—and they’re both vibrant and beneficial.

Our Solution: Natural, Nutrient-Packed Gummies

Imagine a gummy that’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients to support your child’s growth. That’s where our homemade gummies come in. Made with bone broth gelatin and natural colors from beetroot powder and spirulina, these gummies are:

• Free of Artificial Dyes: We use beetroot (a vibrant red) and spirulina (a rich green) to create beautiful, natural colors. These plant-based alternatives are not only safe but also provide additional health benefits.

• Nutrient-Rich for Brain Development: Gelatin, derived from bone broth, is rich in amino acids like glycine and proline, which are essential for neurotransmitter production. This means better focus, learning, and emotional regulation for your little ones.

• Gut Health for Total Wellness: Amino acids in gelatin strengthen the gut lining, promoting digestion and reducing inflammation—key for children with food sensitivities or eczema.

• Supports Skin and Joint Health: Collagen (found in gelatin) supports healthy skin, helping reduce flare-ups in children with eczema, and aids in joint development and mobility.

• Delicious and Fun: These gummies are naturally sweetened, easy to grab as a snack, and a treat kids genuinely enjoy!

  
  

  

Why Natural Colors Matter

Switching to natural dyes like beetroot and spirulina isn’t just about avoiding synthetic chemicals. It’s about adding nutrients to every bite:

• Beetroot: Rich in antioxidants and essential minerals, beetroot supports heart health, immunity, and energy levels.

• Spirulina: A superfood algae that’s packed with protein, iron, and B vitamins to boost brain function and reduce inflammation.

Unlike synthetic dyes, natural colors nourish the body and mind, providing your kids with the fuel they need to grow, learn, and play.

A Gummy That Grows with Your Family

While these gummies are designed to support children’s development, they’re also great for adults! Made with gelatin, which is rich in collagen-building amino acids, these gummies:

• Improve joint health and flexibility.

• Support skin elasticity, reducing dryness and signs of aging.

• Aid in gut repair and digestion, boosting overall health.

These aren’t just gummies—they’re a family-friendly snack that nourishes everyone, from growing children to busy parents.

Make the Switch: Healthier, Happier Kids

By choosing natural colors and nutrient-dense snacks, you’re not just avoiding harm—you’re actively supporting your child’s brain, gut, and overall health. Our homemade, natural gummies are a small step toward a healthier future, free of artificial additives that don’t belong in their bodies.

Ready to make the switch? Let’s choose snacks that are as smart as they are delicious!

Please find our simple recipe below and start seeing the benefits for yourself!

Need help creating nutrient-dense meals for your family that align with your health priorities? Let me take the stress and worry off your plate. Together, we can make meal prep simple, delicious, and nourishing—so you can focus on what matters most: enjoying time with your loved ones.

Stay tuned for our next issue, where we’ll dive into how to help your gut bacteria flourish after indulging over the holidays. You won’t want to miss it!