Product description Revolife O!Mega Squad Strawberry-Raspberry Flavor O!Mega Squad is a dietary supplement intended for children aged 3 and up. Its comprehensive composition has been designed to support childrens health during a crucial period of development. It is a source of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids (DHA, EPA, GLA), as well as vitamins (including vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamin C, and D, which constitute the basis of supplementation) and methylated folic acid (calcium L-methylfolate Extrafolate S Crystal®). DHA and EPA, in synergy with the vitamin complex, support healthy mental development, enhance memory and concentration, and have a positive impact on the nervous system. This, in turn, translates into a positive impact on learning and memory processes, as well as the ability to focus. O!Mega Squad will be particularly supportive for children experiencing difficulties at school, prone to hyperactivity, or easily distracted. The O!Mega Squad dietary supplement contains no artificial flavors and is sugar-free (the sugars in the product come from the ingredients used). The foundation of Revolifes supplements is a responsible, new approach to formulating ingredients that incorporate active ingredients with proven efficacy, while also excluding unnecessary additives—such as flavors, sugar, or ingredients with irritating or allergenic potential. Both O!Mega Squad and other Revolife supplements are manufactured and tested to pharmaceutical standards . What does this mean in practice? In addition to basic testing (including for heavy metals and microbiological contamination), Revolife also verifies the final product for the declared active ingredients—just as it does with pharmaceuticals. The testing itself is performed by the independent JS Hamilton laboratory. O!Mega Squad - features of the preparationA pure formula – no added sugar, no artificial colors or flavors. O!Mega Squad owes its organoleptic properties (color, fruity, sweet taste) solely to the addition of safe substances – including powdered strawberries, raspberry juice, and stevia. The source of omega acids is natural Schizochytrium sp. algae oil (strain FCC-3204), and its manufacturer is the only company on the European market to have received European Commission approval for DHA dosage from algae oil for children over 3 years of age. The algae themselves are grown in fully controlled conditions, outside of water bodies – without exposure to potentially hazardous substances present in the marine environment (dioxins, mercury, and others), which can unfortunately enter aquatic organisms. Furthermore, the production of this raw material does not result in environmental degradation. The algae oil used in the supplements production has a very low Totox index (this index determines the degree of oil oxidation, which translates into the freshness of the raw material), which is only 3.9 (though good-quality fish oils are considered to have a Totox below 10). Furthermore, microencapsulation technology significantly reduces oxidation, thus extending the products freshness by a factor of two. Holistic action - thanks to the content of a vitamin complex (including vitamin A, vitamin C, D, vitamin E and B vitamins), omega-3 and 6 fatty acids (which are a source of DHA, EPA and GLA) and folic acid in the methylated form (calcium L-methylfolate Extrafolate S Crystal®). An innovative formula with powdered algae oil, allowing for the creation of a dissolvable supplement in convenient sachets. In O!Mega Squad, the powdered algae oil is encapsulated in special microcapsules (1), which perform multiple functions – from protecting the active ingredient from the negative impact of external factors and interactions with other ingredients, through increasing control over the method and rate of release of the active ingredient in the digestive tract, to reducing the characteristic algae taste and smell – not necessarily liked by children. Furthermore, by controlling the release of the active ingredient (this occurs only in the intestines, not in the stomach – where the ingredient would be exposed to gastric juice with an unfavorable, acidic pH), we achieve higher absorbability and, consequently, more effective action. The smoothies delicious taste and velvety consistency —no belching or fishy aftertaste. O!Mega Squad owes these properties not only to the use of Schizochytrium sp. algae oil as a source of DHA and EPA, which, compared to fish oils, has a less intense taste and smell, but also to the encapsulation of the powdered oil in the innovative microcapsules mentioned above. Additionally, the supplement can be prepared with water, milk, yogurt, a ready-made fruit or vegetable smoothie, or added to oatmeal or breakfast cereal with milk. This, in turn, provides a variety of choices, which—especially for children with food pickiness, allergies, or simply specific dietary preferences—is extremely important. 1. Microencapsulation technology is an innovative method used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and perfume industries to increase the durability of active substances and improve their bioavailability: J. Korus, B. Achremowicz, M. Sikora, Microencapsulation of food substances [in:] Food. Technology. Quality 1 (10), 1997 O!Mega Squad - active ingredients and their effects O!Mega Squad is a comprehensive and pure composition, containing all the substances necessary for the proper development of the child, including: docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid (DHA and EPA) (omega-3 fatty acids), contributing to the normal functioning of the brain, nervous system and psychological functions; gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) (omega-6 fatty acid), which has a positive effect on the condition and defense mechanisms of the skin; vitamin C , which contributes to the proper functioning of bones, cartilage, gums and teeth and the immune system; vitamin B5 , which contributes to maintaining normal energy metabolism and helps maintain mental performance; niacin (vitamin B3) , which helps reduce the feeling of tiredness and fatigue and helps maintain the proper condition of mucous membranes and healthy skin; vitamin B6 (pyroxydine) , which helps in the proper functioning of the nervous system and maintaining psychological functions; vitamin B12 (cobalamin) , which plays a role in the process of cell division and helps in the proper functioning of the immune system; vitamin E , which helps protect cells against oxidative stress; biotin (vitamin B7) , which contributes to maintaining proper nutrient metabolism and helps maintain healthy hair and skin; vitamin A (beta carotene) , which plays a role in the process of cell specialization and in maintaining proper iron metabolism; vitamin D , which helps in the proper absorption and utilization of calcium and phosphorus, as well as in maintaining the proper level of calcium in the blood, for healthy teeth and bones; folic acid , which helps in the proper production of blood and takes part in the process of cell division.Ingredients: strawberry powder 36.8%, oil from microalgae Schizochytrium sp. (contains milk); sweeteners: erythritol, steviol glycosides from stevia; evening primrose seed oil powder (Oenothera biennis L.), including 4.5% GLA, raspberry juice powder 5.9%, natural raspberry flavour, bamboo extract (Bambusa Shreb.), including 90% silica; sunflower lecithin (phosphatidylcholine), rosehip extract (Rosa Canina L.), including 70% vitamin C; black carrot concentrate, Dl-alpha tocopherol (vitamin E), beta-carotene (vitamin A), nicotinic acid (niacin), calcium D-pantothenate (pantothenic acid), cholecalciferol (vitamin D), pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), calcium L-methylfolate Extrafolate-S Crystal® (folic acid), D-biotin (biotin).ActiveingredientsAmount in daily portionDRWS* Schizochytrium sp . algae oil powder Including EPA Including DHA 1462 mg 1.5 mg 250 mg - - - Phosphatidylcholine 15 mg - Evening primrose seed oil Including GLA 444.4 mg 20 mg - - Pantothenic acid 2.25 mg 37.5% Rosehip fruit extract Including vitamin C 114.3 mg 80 mg - 100% Niacin 6 mg 37.5% Vitamin E 4.5 mg 37.5% Vitamin B6 0.525 mg 37.5% Vitamin A 150 μg 18.75% Biotin 18.75 μg 37.5% Vitamin D 20 μg 400% Vitamin B12 0.938 μg 37.5% Folic acid 100 μg 37.5% Bamboo shoot extract Including silica 200 mg 180 mg - - *Daily Reference Intakes of Vitamins and Minerals (for adults) Using O!Mega SquadOne sachet of this product is the daily dose of the supplement . Dissolve the powder contained in the sachet in 100 ml of water, milk, or yogurt at room temperature until smooth, and consume once prepared. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet is important. This product should not be consumed by individuals who are hypersensitive to any of its ingredients. O!Mega Squad - Storage and Expiration DateThe product should be stored in a closed container, out of reach of small children, in clean, dry, and well-ventilated areas, free from foreign odors, pests, and their residues. Relative air humidity in rooms should not exceed 75%, and the temperature should not exceed 25°C. Avoid storing the product in areas with fluctuating temperatures and humidity. Best before date: 18 months from the date of production. Date printed on the packaging. Net weight: 203.7 g. Produced by: Revolife sp. z o. o. Important information about the supplement Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. A balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important for the proper functioning of the body. A dietary supplement cannot be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of small children. Additional information Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA, alpha-linolenic acid) and omega-6 fatty acids - what are they and what are their characteristics? Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are organic chemical compounds that are essential for the proper functioning of the body in many ways. Their main representatives include:linoleic acid (abbreviated as LA), which is also an omega-6 acid;alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is an omega-3 acid. The substances mentioned above, through a series of enzymatic transformations, produce other omega-6 fatty acids (including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)) and omega-3 fatty acids (including docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)). All of these substances should be supplied to the body through diet. Unfortunately, due to the deficiencyof omega fattyacids in many people sdiets, the need for DHA, EPA, and GLA is oftennotfully met. Omega-3 fatty acids (eicosapentaenoic acid - EPA and docosahexaenoic acid - DHA) and omega-6 fatty acids and their supplementation As mentioned above, in most cases, both in children and adults, the bodys needs for omega- 3 and omega-6 fatty acids are not fully met. This is primarily due to a lack of sourcesofessential fatty acidsin the diet. Thesesourcesarespecific because: the richest sources of EPA and DHA acids are fatty marine fish such as herring, mackerel, sardines, tuna and salmon, as well as cod liver oil from marine fish, fat from marine mammals, as well as algae and phytoplankton; the richest sources of omega-6 fatty acids (including GLA) are mainly vegetable oils, especially sunflower oil, corn oil, soybean oil, evening primrose oil and grape seed oil.As you can see, some sources ofomega-3 fatty acids are unavailable, for example, to vegans and vegetarians, who exclude meat-based dishes, as wellasfishandseafood. Furthermore, the supply of plant and animal fats (including fish fats) and their daily consumption are also limited in other diets – including weight-loss diets , diets for people struggling with hypertension or atherosclerosis, and other types of diets. Furthermore, the overalllow daily consumption of fatty marine fish among the Polish population is alsoa cause of dietary deficiencies.To meet the demand for DHA and EPA, this type of fish would need to be consumed about three to four times a week, something many families are unwilling or unable to afford. All this means that most Poles should consider taking supplements containing omega-3 and omega-6 acids - especially in the context of the consequences of DHA, EPA or GLA deficiency in children and adults. Properties of omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA and omega-6 fatty acids GLA. Why is it worth taking omega-3 fatty acids in capsules or other formulas? Omega-6 and omega-3 fattyacids have a truly versatile effect, focusing, among others, on the following areas:Supporting the cardiovascular system . These substances exhibit cardioprotective, anticoagulant, antiarrhythmic, and anti-inflammatory effects, while also supporting the prevention of diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension. Furthermore, their proper levels support healthy heart function and prevent cardiovascular events (heart attacks and strokes).support for conventional therapy for hypertension (omega acids have a hypotensive effect - i.e. lower blood pressure);supporting the immune system in the fight against pathogens and infections - due to the anti-inflammatory effect of omega acids;Supporting the prevention of diabetes and diseasesassociatedwith an abnormal lipid profile (including atherosclerosis). Appropriate levels of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids increase tissue insulin sensitivity and limit lipogenesis (the formation of fat cells), which may also reduce the risk of developing diabetes.supporting the protection of the nervous system , and therefore - supporting the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases (including Alzheimers disease), leading to a decline in brain function. Additionally, omega-3 fatty acids are essential for proper vision;supporting the functioning of the skininterms of itsprotective and regenerativemechanisms (supplementation with omega acids is recommended, among others, for people suffering from psoriasis or atopic dermatitis, as well as for patients struggling - in general - with dry skin or with the problem of difficult-to-heal wounds). EPA and DHA also contribute to maintaining healthy triglyceride levels, which translates into a reduced risk of atherosclerosis. Its worth noting that daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids should be maintained at no less than 200 mg. If a person is unable to maintain a diet sufficient in omega-3 fatty acids, supplementation should be considered (as mentioned above). Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids - are they essential in childrens diets? Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are essential not only for adults but also for children. They play an extremely important, supportive role in their development – ​​both prenatally and during the neonatal period, and later, until they reach mental and sexual maturity. In young children, omega-3 fatty acids (especially omega-3 in the form of DHA and EPA) have a beneficial effect on the maturation and developmentof the nervous system– including normal reflexes, cognitive function, and speech. Adequate levels of DHA and EPA are also essential for skin function( including its protective and regenerative functions) and the immune system. Furthermore , DHA contributes to maintaining normal brain function,vision, and overallvisual development , so supplementation is worth considering for preschool and school-age children. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, especially docosahexaenoic acid, are also recommendedassupplements for pregnant women. Their properties benefit not only the health of the expectant mother but also the developing baby. Omega-6 and omega-3 support thedevelopmentof the visual system and nervous system (including the formation of the neural tube) not only in young children but also in the fetus during the prenatal period. Dietary supplements with DHA and EPA acids for children - a matter of formulation and use What doses of DHA contribute to the proper functioning of the body? What amounts of omega-3 fatty acids meet the daily requirement for essential fatty acids? Beneficial effects are achieved with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA – this is the dose of omega-3 fatty acidsthatallows for real supplementation results. Various formulas containing these fatty acids are available on the market, but unfortunately, not all of them – even despite the presence of additional vitamins (including vitamins E, A, and C) and minerals – are suitable for children. Why? Due to a less obvious aspect, such as the formula, taste, and smell of the supplement. Its no secret that the sourceof omega fattyacidsused in supplements for children and adults is fish oil. This is what gives capsules, tablets, and water-soluble powders their distinctive odor and also promotes burping after taking them. This makes the youngest users reluctant to take their dose of the supplement or even refuse it altogether. In such a situation, it is worth looking for preparations in which the source of DHA and EPA is not fish oil, but algae - with a much milder taste and smell, often masked by natural fruit juices or freeze-dried fruit. Its important to remember that a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important for the proper functioning of the human body. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Keep this product out of the reach of small children. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as stated on the manufacturers packaging. Sources:​ Dr. n. med. D. Wnęk, Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids - sources and properties [in:] Practical Medicine, 27/03/2023 H. Lee, MD, JH OKeefe, MD, CJ Lavier, MD, R. Marchioli, MD, WS Harris, PhD, Omega-3 fatty acids in the prevention of myocardial and coronary artery damage [in:] Medycyna po Dyplomie09/2009 Dr. hab. inż. D. 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