SpectrumNeeds Berry
SpectrumNeeds® is a nutritional supplement containing vitamins, minerals, and activated cofactors used to optimize the nutritional status of children and adults with autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
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- SpectrumNeeds® is a nutritional supplement containing vitamins, minerals, and activated cofactors used to optimize the nutritional status of children and adults with autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
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- SpectrumNeeds® is a nutritional supplement containing vitamins, minerals, and activated cofactors used to optimize the nutritional status of children and adults with autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Product Overview
SpectrumNeeds® is a nutritional supplement containing vitamins, minerals, and activated cofactors used to optimize the nutritional status of children and adults with autism spectrum and other neurodevelopmental disorders (including ADD/ADHD), used to stimulate specific biological pathways in order to promote health.†
Ingredients: There are 33 active ingredients in SpectrumNeeds®.
Non-active ingredients in SpectrumNeeds® include all natural flavor enhancers to encourage regular use. There are no artificial sweeteners, colors or fillers. The product is also free of gluten, casein/milk, tree nuts, peanuts, soy, egg, fish and shellfish. There are no ingredients at or near dosages considered to be toxic.
Intended Population: SpectrumNeeds® is designed to be used by all individuals regardless of age, gender, presence or type of neurodevelopmental conditions, common comorbidities, severity of disease, DNA sequence information, medications, or other supplements taken. The formulation is in particular tailored to the dietary needs of children and adults on the autistic spectrum and related neurodevelopmental disorders. In particular, SpectrumNeeds® includes many essential nutrients that are often deficient in individuals with an autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). However, SpectrumNeeds® can be taken by all individuals who desire a basis of excellent nutritional and dietary interventions to promote improved metabolism, methylation, and neurotransmission.
Based on your child’s weight, use the enclosed scoop to measure out the amount of powder based on the following table. Give this amount twice a day. Mix it in any beverage that you wish, although orange juice is an excellent choice based on taste. The amount of beverage listed in the table is only a suggestion.
Child's Weight | Scoops | Powder Weight | Beverage |
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22-33 lb | 1 | 2.2 g | 2 oz |
33-44 lb | 1.5 | 2.9 g | 3 oz |
44-88 lb | 2 | 4.4 g | 4 oz |
88-132 lb | 2.5 | 5.9 g | 6 oz |
Over 132 lb | 3 | 6.6 g | 7 oz |
For infants weighing under 22 lbs or 10 kg, consult a physician. SPECTRUM NEEDS has not been tested in infants, although none of the individual ingredients are contra-indicated in infants or expected to be harmful. The amount provided should be calculated based on body weight and the infant’s condition. Suggestion: Calculate the amount on the proportion of 1 gram of powder for every 15 lbs (7 kg) of body weight.
It is recommended to give less product in the first few days, in order to get your child used to the taste and to reduce the possibility of nausea.
Suggestion
- Give 25% of the dose in the above table for both doses on the first day.
- Give 50% of the dose in the above table for both doses on the second day.
- Give 75% of the dose in the above table for both doses on the third day.
- Give the full amount of the dose in the above table for all days thereafter.
The above proportions do not need to be exact, and can be “eyeballed”. Alternatively, you can use a gram scale.
WARNING: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Heaping Scoops (4.4 g)
Servings Per Container: 60
Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value Children under 4 years of age | % Daily Value* Children 4 or more years of age | |
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Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 300 mg | 2,000% | 333% |
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) | 7.5 mcg (300 IU) | 50% | 38% |
Vitamin E (as natural d-alpha-tocopheryl acetate and mixed tocopherols) | 25 mg | 417% | 167% |
Thiamin (as thiamin HCl) | 12.5 mg | 2,500% | 1,042% |
Riboflavin | 12.5 mg | 2,500% | 962% |
Niacin (as niacinamide) | 12.5 mg | 208% | 78% |
Vitamin B6 (50% as pyridoxine HCl and 50% pyridoxal-5-phosphate) | 10 mg | 2,000% | 588% |
Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate acid glucosamine salt (Quatrefolic®) and calcium folinate) | 1,667 mcg DFE | 1,111% | 417% |
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 250 mcg | 27,778% | 10,417% |
Biotin | 500 mcg | 6,250% | 1,667% |
Pantothenic Acid (D-calcium Pantothenate) | 150 mg | 7,500% | 3,000% |
Calcium | 30 mg | 4% | 2% |
Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 50 mcg | 56% | 33% |
Magnesium (as magnesium citrate and magnesium malate) | 100 mg | 125% | 24% |
Zinc (as zinc gluconate) | 6 mg | 200% | 55% |
Selenium (as selenomethionine) | 25 mcg | 125% | 45% |
Manganese (as manganese amino acid chelate) | 0.5 mg | 42% | 22% |
Chromium (as chromium picolinate) | 25 mcg | 227% | 71% |
Molybdenum (as soldium molybdate) | 50 mcg | 294% | 111% |
Potassium (as potassium citrate) | 25 mg | <1% | <1% |
Creatine monohydrate | 625 mg | ** | ** |
L-Arginine | 500 mg | ** | ** |
Carnitine Blend (acetyl L-carnitine HCl and L-carnitine) | 250 mg | ** | ** |
Alpha ketoglutaric acid | 150 mg | ** | ** |
Coenzyme Q10 | 125 mg | ** | ** |
Inositol | 50 mg | ** | ** |
Alpha lipoic acid | 50 mg | ** | ** |
D-Beta, D-Gamma, D-Delta tocopherols | 2.2 mg | ** | ** |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
** Daily Value not established.
OTHER INGREDIENTS: Citric acid, natural flavors, organic glucosylated steviol glycosides, organic rebaudioside A, silica, and monk fruit extract.