The Journal

Children's nutrition, explained without the hand-waving.

Clear, sourced writing on the nutrients that matter for a developing brain, how supplement forms differ, and what the ingredient lists on the shelf actually mean.

Brain Development

Choline: the brain nutrient most kids are missing

Choline is essential for memory, attention, and the structure of the developing brain, yet roughly 90% of children fall short of the recommended intake. Here's why, and what an adequate dose looks like.

May 12, 2026
7 min read
Formulation

Active forms: why methylated folate and B12 matter for kids

Not every form of a vitamin is equally usable by the body. Here is what 'methylated' means, why it matters for a meaningful share of children, and how to read a label for active forms.

Apr 28, 2026
6 min read
Clean Label

What titanium dioxide and synthetic dyes are doing in kids' vitamins

A look at the cosmetic additives common in children's gummies, what the science and regulators currently say, and why a clean formulation leaves them out.

Apr 9, 2026
5 min read