When should Orthosamine 3-18 be used to support vitality and growth?
Between the canteen, the express snacks and the "I don't like it", it's hard to guarantee that your child is getting all the essential nutrients he needs. And yet, between the ages of 3 and 18, his body is working at full speed: bone growth, brain development, a developing immune system... That's where NHCO Orthosamine 3-18 comes in, a formula designed to fill potential gaps and support the body's vitality.
This dietary supplement combines 24 essential nutrients: 12 vitamins, 9 essential amino acids (those which the body cannot produce), 3 minerals and nucleotides. Nothing superfluous, just what's really important to support normal bone growth and development with calcium, strengthen children's immune systems with vitamin D, and support cognitive functions with zinc and copper.
Why are the nutritional needs of young people so specific?
Just imagine: a 14-year-old teenager may grow by 10 cm in one year. Their bones lengthen, their muscles develop and their brains are restructured. All this requires an impressive quantity of building materials. And unlike us adults, they can't draw on non-existent reserves.
Nucleotides, for example, are the building blocks of DNA. When cells multiply at breakneck speed (as they do in young people), the body needs these components to make new genetic material. It's like trying to build a house: without bricks, it stalls.
Vitamin D plays a major role that is often underestimated. It doesn't just fix calcium: it orchestrates the whole process of bone mineralization. Without it, even with plenty of calcium, bones remain fragile. It also plays an active role in the immune system - hence those recurring colds in winter when we lack it.
Group B vitamins are the discreet workers in energy production. B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B8 transform food into usable fuel for cells. B9 and B12 support normal physiological functions, notably the production of red blood cells. Do you see your teenager in the evening looking a little flat? These vitamins may be to blame.
Practical point: This supplement does not, of course, replace a balanced diet, but it does act as a nutritional safety net. Particularly useful during periods of peak growth, school fatigue, or if your child is fussy at the table (no judgement, we've all been there).
How to use this dietary supplement for growth?
During the meal of your choice, morning, noon or evening: 1 chewable tablet per day.
The tablet can be split in two if necessary.
16-day program, renewable up to 3 months.
After 3 months' use, take a break of at least 1 month.
Give your opinion on the use and dosage of Orthosamine 3-18 ans with our partner Avis Vérifiés after your purchase.
Precautions
- Suitable for vegans.
- Best before the date indicated on the box.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from light.
- Not recommended for people with thyroid problems (iodine contained in lithothamnion).
- This dietary supplement is not a medicine.
- Do not exceed the indicated daily dose.
- Use as part of a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
- Keep out of reach of young children.
What is the composition of this dietary supplement for vitality and growth?
Sweetener : Sorbitol, Lithothamnium Thallus Powder (Lithothamnium Calcareum) Including Calcium, Acerola Berry Concentrate (Malpighia Glabra) Including Vitamin C, Red Beetroot Juice, Acidity Regulators (Tricalcium Phosphate, Citric Acid), Natural Flavor, Anticaking Agent : Magnesium Stearate, L-Leucine, Nucleotides (Disodium Salts Of Cytidine, Guanosine, Inosine, Uridine And Adenosine Monophosphates), Zinc Bisglycinate, L-Phenylalanine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, L-Threonine, L-Lysine Hydrochloride, Flavor, Copper Bisglycinate, L-Histidine, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine, Vitamins B3 (Nicotinamide), B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate), E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate), D3 (Cholecalciferol), A (Retinol Acetate), B12 (Cyanocobalamin), B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride), B2 (Riboflavin), B9 (Folic Acid) and B8 (Biotin), Sweeteners : Sucralose, Sodium Saccharin.
Table of nutritional values :
| Nutrient |
Quantity |
NRV* |
| Vit. A |
120 μg |
15% |
| Vit. B1 |
0.33 mg |
30% |
| Vit. B2 |
0.42 mg |
30% |
| Vit. B3 |
8 mg |
50% |
| Vit. B5 |
5 mg |
83% |
| Vit. B6 |
0.42 mg |
30% |
| Vit. B8 |
15 μg |
30% |
| Vit. B9 |
100 μg |
50% |
| Vit. B12 |
0.75 μg |
30% |
| Vit. C |
40 mg |
50% |
| Vit. D3 |
5 μg |
100% |
| Vit. E |
3 mg |
25% |
| Calcium |
120 mg |
15% |
| Zinc |
3 mg |
30% |
| Copper |
0.3 mg |
30% |
*NRV: Nutritional Reference Value.
Available at
Box of 16 chewable tablets, red fruit flavour.
Our expert advice on Orthosamine 3-18 for vitality
In pediatric micronutrition, there are three critical periods when needs explode: the start of the school year (September-October), the end of the first trimester when fatigue accumulates (January-February), and pubertal growth peaks. If your child grows several centimetres in a few months, or your teenager sleeps 12 hours a night, this is often a signal that the body needs support.
Instead, give him or her breakfast in the morning with a food containing a little fat - buttered toast, full-fat yoghurt. Vitamins A, D and E are fat-soluble: they need fat to be properly absorbed. Without it, you lose part of the supplement's effectiveness.
Combine the cure with a "rainbow" plate . Each color of fruit or vegetable provides different phytonutrients that supplements can't replace: broccoli for sulforaphane, carrots for carotenoids, blueberries for anthocyanins. These molecules work in synergy with the vitamins in the supplement.
Hydration is often overlooked, yet a dehydrated child absorbs nutrients poorly. Aim for at least 1 to 1.5L of water a day, and avoid industrial fruit juices which create glycemic peaks that are counter-productive for concentration.
After 3 weeks, notice the changes: better sleep, less fatigue at 5 p.m., better recovery after sport. If nothing changes after 1 month, talk to your doctor - sometimes an iron deficiency or sleep disorder masks the real problem.
FAQ
From what age can Orthosamine 3-18 be used?
This supplement is formulated for children from 3 years of age and adolescents up to 18 years of age.
Can it be used over several months?
Yes, it can be renewed for up to 3 consecutive months, with a 1-month break thereafter.
Is it suitable for children who eat little fruit and vegetables?
It can help supplement micronutrient intake, while gradually encouraging a more varied diet.