Olive Oil for Kids

FOR HEALTHY FUTURE GENERATIONS!

The benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil are as old as the history of mankind. The people of Asia Minor and the Mediterranean (the geographic homeland of olive trees) have enjoyed life with longevity, in part due to their high consumption of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. For centuries the benefits and uses of Extra Virgin Olive Oil have been documented for promoting general health and bone growth as well as a natural moisturizer for skin and hair. It contains high levels of vitamins A, D, K and E. Extra Virgin Olive Oil is also rich in oleic acid (a mono-unsaturated fatty acid). It doesn’t end there. Extra Virgin Olive Oil also contains polyphenols, Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, squalene and anti-oxidants.

Polyphenols are natural antioxidants and vital to the cardiovascular system of the human body. Tests have shown that increased levels of polyphenols will decrease LDL cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also called “bad” cholesterol) and triglycerides. Polyphenols also provide benefits for blood plasma production and prevent oxidative cell damage. Extra Virgin Olive Oil’s naturally occurring Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids promote vital growth stimulation in infants and children, protect the cardiovascular system and inhibit the deterioration of human cells. Squalene and antioxidants are effective in preventing heart disease, contribute to the health of pregnant women and children, and have been found to be a chemopreventive substance that protects the body from cancer.

Compared to standard extra virgin olive oils:

• CDO Olive Oil for kids is richer in monosaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, Omega 3, and 6) which are essential for kids.
• Higher levels of Antioxidants which are crucial for pre-natal care as well as providing extra support for the growth of children’s brain and bones along with preventing heart disease.
• Absolutely no cholesterol (cholesterol is the leading cause in childhood obesity).
• Naturally richer in vitamins A, B, D, E and K.
• Free of agricultural pesticides and heavy metals that may be found in conventional olive oils.
• An amazing natural moisturizer for skin and hair that is known to help treat cradle cap.
• Fortified with polyphenols that are vital amino acids which aid the body in repairing damaged cells and necessary for a health cardio vascular system.
• Has a fruitier flavor that kids are sure to enjoy.
• Lower acidity levels so it is easier for children to digest.

Casa Di Oliva Olive Oil for Kids contains no traces of chemicals or pesticides, boasts low levels of free fatty acidity (>0.3%) to allow for easy infant digestion, and contains a much higher oleic acid, Omega 3 and polyphenol content than traditional extra virgin olive oils, all of which are essential nutrients for kids that contribute to brain and nervous cell development. It is produced from the olives with the highest oleic acid content since their consumption does not contribute harmful levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol to an organism. This is why it is recommended for children who will undoubtedly have a high caloric intake due to their process of development.

The Doctor’s Guide reported that there are several benefits to massage or touch therapy for the parent and the child. Benefits include positive weight gain, decreased anxiety and improved motor development. Sutter Health, a highly respected hospital in California, says that olive oil is popular choice for your baby’s skin. Diaper rash and cradle can also respond to extra virgin olive oil. Although the use of extra virgin olive oil is widely used for baby skin, check with your doctor to make sure that it is suitable for your own baby.

Infant cholesterol is a leading problem among developing children. Despite this, fats are extremely important to the development of infant children and are responsible for the growth of bones, the brain, and the eyes. The oleic acid content in Casa Di Oliva Olive Oil for Kids prevents cholesterol based diseases by reducing the levels of LDL or “bad” cholesterol present in breast milk by replacing it with the HDL or “good” cholesterol contained in extra virgin olive oil. According to various researchers, extra virgin olive oil has shown to be an excellent substitute for the existing fats in breast milk. Casa Di Oliva Olive Oil for Kids is rich in all kinds of nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins which are great for the skin too. That makes it a great all natural massage oil for you and your newborn.

WHAT IS THE SUGGESTED SERVING SIZE?

Health organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Heart Association, and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, have made recommendations to limit dietary fat intake for individuals more than 2 years old. The federal government’s 1995 Dietary Guidelines, produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, recommend that fat intake be restricted in children beginning at age 2.The most rapid brain growth occurs during the first year of life, with the infant’s brain tripling in size by the first birthday. During this stage of rapid central nervous system growth, the brain uses sixty percent of the total energy consumed by the infant. Fats make up sixty percent of the brain and the nerves that run every system in the body. Fats are a major component of the brain cell membrane and the myelin sheath around each nerve.

So, it makes sense that getting enough fat, and the right kinds of fat, can greatly affect brain development and performance. In fact, during the first year, around fifty percent of an infant’s daily calories come from fat. Mother Nature knows how important fat is for babies; fifty percent of the calories in mother’s milk is fat. That being said; Our suggested use is, after breastfeeding is done and solid foods are being fed, suggested serving will be 1 tsp with each meal of solid food or with formula until the age of 1. After the age of 1 this can be increased up to 1 tbsp / meal.

After the age of two, we suggest the 35% of the calorie intake to be from Casa Di Oliva Olive Oil for Kids.

• Ages 2-3: For a 1000–1400 calorie/day diet, take 3 to 4 tbsp/day
• Ages 4-8: For a 1400–1600 calorie/day diet, take 4 to 5 tbsp/day
• Ages 9-13: For a 1600–2200 calorie/day diet, take 5 to 7 tbsp/day
• Ages 14-18: For a 2200–2400 calorie/day diet, take 7 to 8 tbsp/day