Download the Sunshine Heroes coloring book (PDF) (Might take 1 minute) About this foundation Watch the Sunshine Heroes cartoon (Might take 1 minute) SUPPLEMENTS FOR CHILDREN (for adults & "In Betweens" as well) A generous portion of proceeds go to the Little Heroes Foundation. Every Sunshine Heroes product (below) contains a proprietary Protector Shield Blend, a Whole Food blend of 17 fruits and vegetables. These fruits and vegetables provide powerful phytochemical nutrients and antioxidants-potent plant compounds noted for their health-protective benefits. Protector Shield Blend provides Choline, Inositol, and 10 Amino Acids-essential nutrients for healthy brain development and cell communication for growing children. Details   CALCIUM PLUS D3 "I need strong bones" Maintaining adequate calcium intake during childhood and adolescence is necessary for the development of peak bone mass. Calcium can be absorbed by the body efficiently only when vitamin D is present. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recently doubled its recommendation for the minimum amount of vitamin D that children should get daily. The new guidelines recommend at least 400 international units per day. Each serving of Calcium Plus D3 provides 300 mg of calcium, 300 lU of vitamin D3, the most bioactive form of vitamin D; and 140 mg of phosphorus, which works closely with calcium to build strong bones and teeth. 90 Delicious Soft Chews Benefits • Provides calcium equivalent to 8 oz. of milk (without the inconvenients of pasteurized milk) • Supports the health of bones and teeth. • Provides 75% of the American Academy of Pediatrics new vitamin D3 guidelines. MULTIPLE VITAMIN & MINERAL - VITAL NUTRITION FOR GROWING BODIES "When I grow up, Im going to be a super hero." For optimal health, children must obtain a balanced and healthy diet, full of essential nutrients to support physical and cognitive development. Sunshine Heroes Multiple Vitamin & Mineral provides 100% of the Recommended Daily Aflowance for vitamins A, C, D3, E, B6, B12, folic acid, biotin, pantothenic acid and zinc. Chewable Multiple Vitamins and Minerals [90] Benefits: • Provides 50 to 100% of the children's RDA for 11 vitamins and minerals. • Contains a proprietary blend of whole foods, fruit juice concentrates and micronutrients, supplying health-protective antioxidants and phytochemical nutrients. • Ensures growing bodies get adequate amounts of vital nutrients.Sunshine Heroes Multiple Vitamin & Mineral WHOLE FOODS PAPAYAZYME FOR COMPLETE DIGESTION/ASSIMILATION "When I eat that, my tummy hurts!" Digestive enzymes are essential to proper digestion. Enzymes break down foods into nutrients that can be absorbed and used to build all body systems. Three main categories of digestive enzymes exist: 1) proteolytic enzymes, which digest protein 2) amylases for carbohydrate digestion, and 3) lipases for fat digestion. Like their parents, most children do not eat enough raw foods and can therefore benefit from digestive enzyme supplementation. Whole Foods Papayazyme combines pineapple and papaya fruits-whole food sources of digestive enzymes-and is fortified with additional digestive enzymes, for healthy digestion of most food types. Whole Foods Papayazyme provides digestive enzymes at levels that are safe for chewing and gentle enough for children., Benefits: • Supports the digestive system • Provides enzymes to help digest proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Digestive enzymes are protein complexes that are essential for food digestion.They break down foods into nutrients that can be absorbed and used to build all body systems, including cells, tissues, organs, glands, hormones, etc. PROBIOTIC POWER - FRIENDLY BACTERIA FOR GUT HEALTH "It makes my tummy feels better" The human body relies on a healthy level of probiotics-friendly bacteria that perform numerous functions, including metabolizing foods, absorbing nutrients and maintaining a proper balance of intestinal flora. These microbes have a symbiotic relationship with their human hosts, meaning that both the probiotics and the humans benefit. It is estimated that over 400 different types of normal flora inhabit the human gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts. Sunshine Heroes Probiotic Power contains 11 strains of friendly bacteria. Benefits: • Aids digestion and intestinal function. • Strengthens immune response. WHOLE FOODS PLUS ANTIOXIDANTS "But I don't want to eat my fruits & veggies!" Because modem diets often lack sufficient amounts of fruits, vegetables and other whole foods, they are generally low in the essential nutrients and antioxidants needed for optimum health. The National Cancer Institute recommends eating at least 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Whole Foods Antioxidant provides the antioxidant power of two average servings of fruits or vegetables (based on ORAC value). In addition to antioxidants and nutrients, Whole Foods Antioxidant soft chews provide added vitamins A, E and C for extra protection and nutritional support. Sunshine Heroes Whole Foods Antioxidant ensures that children receive the benefits of more fruits and vegetables. Modern diets often lack sufficient amounts of fruits, vegetables and other whole foods, making them low in essential nutrients and antioxidants needed for optimal health. Research shows the benefits of an antioxidant-rich diet. OMEGA 3 WITH DHA - FISH FOOD FOR THOUGHT "Grandma always asks me how come I'm so smart." Omega 3 with DHA is a uniquely formulated children's supplement that provides omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are key building blocks in every cell in the body and benefit the brain, eyes and central nervous system. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) are two essential fatty acids recognized for their health benefits in all life stages and are essential components as the body grows and develops. Benefits: • Provides essential building blocks for health and development. • May help enhance brain growth and development. • Supports the brain, eyes and central nervous system. About Protector Shield™  Every Sunshine Heroes product contains a proprietary Protector Shield Blend, chock full of fruits and vegetables with concentrated amounts of powerful phytochemicals—potent plant compounds noted for their health-protective benefits. Protector Shield Blend provides valuable nutrients and potent antioxidant action, and supports the immune system.  • Açai Berry is an antioxidant-rich super-food currently considered by many to have the best nutritional value of any fruit on earth. Açai berries contain protein, fatty acids, vitamin A, thiamine, vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, iron and anthocyanins—water-soluble pigment compounds with potent antioxidant actions.  • Cranberry Fruit is a rich source of phytochemicals, including anthocyanidins, ellagitannins, flavonols, catechins and phenolic acids. Cranberries also contain vitamin C, betacarotene, vitamin E and the antioxidant glutathione.  • Mangosteen Fruit is rich in xanthones, a class of active phytochemicals that are potent antioxidants.  • Pomegranate Fruit Extract contains several types of polyphenols—more than red wine or grape, cranberry, blueberry and orange juice—including anthocyanins, tannins, ellagic acid and gallic acid.  • Fruit Juice Blend. Protector Shield Blend includes a combination of fruit juice concentrates from white grape, apple, orange, pineapple, cherry, pear, strawberry and blueberry.  • Broccoli Flowers are a natural source of phytonutrients, including indoles that help protect against cell damage and modulate the body’s natural metabolism of hormones.  • Asparagus Stems are a rich vegetable source of protein and a good source of the B-complex vitamins thiamine, riboflavin and niacin.  • Carrot Root is considered to be the richest source of vitamin A among vegetable foods.  • Tomato Fruit contains generous amounts of vitamin C, betacarotene and the antioxidant lycopene.  • Spinach Leaves & Stems contain vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K and magnesium.  • Essential Amino Acids: l-arginine, l-isoleucine, l-leucine, l-lysine, l-methionine, l-phenylalanine, l-threonine, l-valine, l-cysteine HCL and l-tyrosine.  • Choline can be synthesized (in small amounts) by the human body; but to obtain sufficient quantities, it must be consumed in the diet to maintain health. Obtaining adequate choline in infancy is important for healthy brain development and cognitive function.  • Inositol aids cell-to-cell communication and other processes related to nerve impulse transmission.