What it is: Pure Encapsulations Junior Nutrients is a comprehensive, iron-free, hypoallergenic multivitamin and multimineral formula designed for children ages 4 and up, delivering 28 nutrients in highly bioavailable forms across vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and cognitive support cofactors. Key distinctions include Metafolin® L-5-MTHF (the universally metabolized active folate form), Methylcobalamin B12, activated B2 and B6 co-enzyme forms, FloraGLO® Lutein, OPTISHARP® Zeaxanthin, DimaCal™ di-calcium malate, Albion™ di-magnesium malate, and TRAACS® molybdenum glycinate chelate. Gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, non-GMO, vegetarian, and free from iron and artificial additives.
How it works: Junior Nutrients provides the full spectrum of essential micronutrients children require for healthy growth, immune function, cognitive development, musculoskeletal integrity, and antioxidant protection — in forms selected for superior bioavailability over standard supplement-grade alternatives. Metafolin® L-5-MTHF bypasses the MTHFR enzyme conversion step required by folic acid, delivering active folate directly for DNA synthesis, methylation, and neural tube and neurodevelopmental support. Methylcobalamin B12 (100 mcg) provides the neurologically active cobalamin form for myelination and cognitive function. Activated B2 (riboflavin 5'-phosphate) and B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate) co-enzyme forms bypass hepatic conversion for immediate cellular utilization. FloraGLO® Lutein (3 mg) and OPTISHARP® Zeaxanthin (500 mcg) support macular and retinal health during critical visual development years. DimaCal™ di-calcium malate and Albion™ di-magnesium malate provide highly absorbed organic mineral forms supporting bone mineralization, muscle function, and energy metabolism. Choline (50 mg) and Inositol (50 mg) support healthy cognitive function, membrane integrity, and neurotransmitter signaling. Mixed carotenoids including beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin provide broad-spectrum antioxidant protection across multiple tissue types.
When to use it: Indicated as a daily multivitamin and multimineral foundation for children ages 4–13 and adolescents through adulthood requiring an iron-free, hypoallergenic, highly bioavailable comprehensive nutritional foundation. Ages 4–13: 2 capsules daily with a meal. Ages 14 and up: 2 capsules twice daily with meals. Consult a healthcare practitioner for children under age 4. Vitamin K content may be contraindicated with Coumadin (Warfarin) — consult a healthcare practitioner before use in children on blood-thinning medications.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
Suggested Use: Ages 4 to 13, take 2 capsules daily with a meal. Ages 14 and up, take 2 capsules twice daily with meals. Consult your healthcare practitioner for children under the age of 4, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
| Ingredient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (as vitamin A acetate and 75% beta carotene) | 750 mcg | 83% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 137 mg | 152% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) (D3) | 10 mcg (400 IU) | 50% |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol succinate) | 23 mg | 156% |
| Vitamin K (as vitamin K1) | 45 mcg | 38% |
| Thiamin (as thiamin HCl) (B1) | 1.5 mg | 125% |
| Riboflavin (as vitamin B2 and 43% riboflavin 5'-phosphate (activated B2)) | 1.5 mg | 115% |
| Niacin (as niacinamide) | 10 mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl and 38% pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (activated B6)) | 2 mg | 118% |
| Folate (as Metafolin®, L-5-MTHF) | 333 mcg DFE (200 mcg L-5-MTHF) | 83% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 100 mcg | 4167% |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 500% |
| Pantothenic acid (as calcium pantothenate) (B5) | 5 mg | 100% |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate) | 50 mg | 9% |
| Calcium (as DimaCal™ di-calcium malate) | 42 mg | 3% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 75 mcg | 50% |
| Magnesium (as Albion™ di-magnesium malate) | 42 mg | 10% |
| Zinc (as zinc citrate) | 7.5 mg | 68% |
| Selenium (as selenomethionine) | 35 mcg | 64% |
| Manganese (as manganese citrate) | 1 mg | 43% |
| Chromium (as chromium polynicotinate) | 60 mcg | 171% |
| Molybdenum (as TRAACS® molybdenum glycinate chelate) | 37.5 mcg | 83% |
| Riboflavin 5'-phosphate (activated B2) | 1.7 mg | † |
| Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (activated B6) | 2.5 mg | † |
| Inositol | 50 mg | † |
| Mixed Carotenoids (MacularSynergy Complex) | 493 mcg | † |
| FloraGLO® Lutein | 3 mg | † |
| Zeaxanthin (OPTISHARP®) | 500 mcg | † |
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water), ascorbyl palmitate.
Caution: Consult your healthcare practitioner for children under age 4. Vitamin K may be contraindicated with Coumadin (Warfarin) — consult your healthcare practitioner before use if taking blood-thinning medication. If pregnant, nursing, have any health condition, or are taking any medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children.
✓ Vegetarian ✓ Gluten Free ✓ Dairy Free ✓ Soy Free ✓ Non-GMO ✓ Iron-Free ✓ Hypoallergenic ✓ No Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Preservatives
Key Ingredients:
Folate (as Metafolin® L-5-MTHF) — 333 mcg DFE (200 mcg L-5-MTHF) Metafolin® is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, delivering L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate — the biologically active, end-product form of folate that bypasses the MTHFR enzyme conversion pathway required by folic acid. Because up to 60% of the population carries MTHFR polymorphisms reducing folic acid conversion efficiency, L-5-MTHF provides the universally metabolized folate form suitable for all children regardless of genetic folate metabolism status. At 200 mcg L-5-MTHF per serving, Metafolin® supports DNA synthesis, methylation cycle function, neurodevelopment, and red blood cell formation — the foundational folate-dependent processes critical during childhood growth.
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) — 100 mcg Methylcobalamin is the neurologically active, methyl-donor cobalamin form — directly bioavailable without hepatic conversion from cyanocobalamin — supporting myelin sheath synthesis, nerve conduction, homocysteine methylation, and cognitive development in growing children. At 100 mcg per serving (4167% DV), methylcobalamin provides robust neurological and methylation cycle support, particularly relevant for children with dietary B12 restriction, absorption concerns, or MTHFR-related methylation demands. Paired with Metafolin® L-5-MTHF, this B12 form completes the active methylation cycle nutrient pair most critical for pediatric neurodevelopment.
FloraGLO® Lutein (3 mg) + OPTISHARP® Zeaxanthin (500 mcg) FloraGLO® is a registered trademark of Kemin Industries delivering marigold-sourced Lutein — the primary macular carotenoid — while OPTISHARP® is a DSM trademark providing biosynthetically derived Zeaxanthin at the clinically studied 6:1 Lutein-to-Zeaxanthin ratio. Together at 3 mg Lutein and 500 mcg Zeaxanthin per serving, this pair selectively accumulates in the macula and retina to filter high-energy blue light, quench singlet oxygen reactive species, and support macular pigment optical density — protecting the developing visual system during the critical childhood years of retinal photoreceptor maturation. Their inclusion at evidence-informed amounts distinguishes Junior Nutrients from most pediatric multivitamins that omit macular carotenoids entirely.
Calcium (as DimaCal™) + Magnesium (as Albion™ di-magnesium malate) — 42 mg each DimaCal™ di-calcium malate and Albion™ di-magnesium malate are patented organic mineral chelates delivering calcium and magnesium bound to malic acid — an organic acid intermediate in the Krebs cycle — providing superior intestinal absorption, gastric tolerance, and cellular utilization relative to inorganic carbonate, oxide, or sulfate forms. Calcium at 42 mg supports bone mineralization, muscle contraction, and nerve signal transmission during peak pediatric skeletal development, while magnesium at 42 mg supports ATP energy production, protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, and over 300 enzymatic reactions. Delivered as paired malate chelates in a ratio supporting balanced calcium-magnesium cofactor activity, these two minerals provide the formula's primary musculoskeletal and energy metabolism mineral support in the most bioavailable available forms.
