Which formula

Which Formula to Use

This page is intended as simple guidelines that may help you determine which of our
multivitamin and mineral formulas to choose for your child. If you are at all uncertain
about which formula would be most appropriate, we strongly encourage you to give us a
call or drop us an email, and we would be delighted to assist you.

First, here is a brief description of each of our multivitamin and mineral formulas:

Many customers ask us what to look for to tell whether the formula they are giving is an
appropriate choice.

Here are some simple rules of thumb in selecting a formula:

1. Spectrum Support I is a great choice for most adults, and for very mildly affected
children. Adults with significant neurological challenges may wish to start on Spectrum
Support II.

2. The large majority of those on the autistic spectrum do well starting with a "medium"
level supplement: Spectrum Support II with PAK is a great starting choice, unless they
have already shown that they do well taking plenty of vitamin B6. Some remain on
SSIIPAK for the long term, while others will transition to SSII and then up to SSIII, after
another 2-3 months, if additional support is desired.

3. It's a good idea for anyone who has been taking SSII successfully for longer than 2
months, to try out Spectrum Support III, to see if they could benefit from the additional
level of support. Those with the highest need for vitamin B6 may benefit from such a
change.

4. Advanced Sensitive Formula is a moderate level blended B6 formula for herb-sensitive
individuals and those who are implementing certain biomedical programs, such as methyl
B12 shots. It is also a great choice for those on the SCD or low oxalate diets.

5. Our Ultra-Sensitive formula is designed for the very few who do not tolerate our regular
formulas. We strongly suggest trying one of the regular formulas first, as they contain
many important nutrients that have been removed or reduced in Ultra-Sensitive formula
to make it extremely easy to tolerate. Ultra Sensitive is also approved for the SCD diet.

6. If there are significant neuro/metabolic/sensory issues, but you are certain that there are
NO digestive or gastrointestinal problems, you may want to start with Spectrum Support
I, and consider moving up or ordering a trial size of Spectrum Support IIPAK to try after a
month or two on Spectrum Support I. This is because if there are no gastrointestinal issues,
nutrients may be well-absorbed, so lower amounts may be sufficient. Please be aware that
gastro issues are not always symptomatic, and it's a good idea to confirm this with stool
testing.

7. We suggest that children under two years of age start out on one of our lower-dose
formulas, such as Spectrum Support I or Ultra Sensitive Formula.

8. Many of our customers looking for a comprehensive, absorbable multivitamin for a less-
affected sibling or family member of a more seriously affected child find Spectrum Support
I an excellent choice.

9. Spectrum Support III has the highest levels of B vitamins and detoxification support. We
have found that even those who have taken high-dose vitamins before do best starting on
Spectrum Support II and working up to Spectrum Support III after a month or two at full
dosage.

10. SSI, SSII, SSIIPAK and SSIII are different vitamin formulas, used with the same mineral
formula. The minerals come in a separate bottle with all of these vitamin formulas, so the
dosages of each compontent can be increased or lowered separately, as needed.

11. SSI, SSII, SS Advanced Sensitive, SSIIPAK, SSIII come in either natural lemon lime flavor
or unflavored. SS Ultra-Sensitive is only available unflavored.

12. The lemon and lime flavoring has been carefully selected to mask some of the
underlying "vitamin" taste of the mixtures. Most of our customers find that our flavored
formulas are well accepted, especially when mixed with pear juice, orange juice or another
favorite flavor.

13. Our unflavored formulas are designed for those who do not tolerate lemons or limes, do
not like lemon lime flavor, or are on restrictive diets. They may also be used if the
supplements will be given in a drink that would not mix well with lemon lime flavor.

14. Our vitamin and mineral formulas were designed to be used together. We feel that
best results will be achieved using the vitamins and minerals together as designed.

15. Ultra Sensitive Formula vitamins and minerals are sometimes used by those wishing
to avoid certain ingredients, such as herbs. If this is desired, customers may find the need
to provide some additional vitamins separately, especially vitamin B6.