BIORAY® Kids Formulas: Back-to-School Health Guide

BIORAY® herbal tinctures are here to help your child have the best back-to-school season ever. Below are some questions Bryan Bradford from Sunflower Shoppe in Texas asked me, Stephanie Ray, ND, BCN, CNHP, CEO & Co-Founder of BIORAY®, about how parents can naturally support their children.

Question:

As the new school year begins and kids are adjusting to classes, new friends, and routines, how can parents support them through this transition?

Answer:

Supporting kids physically, mentally, and emotionally is essential. Fortunately, we have incredible herbs and antioxidant-rich foods that help kids handle stress and boost their immunity. For centuries, these remedies have been used to help children thrive, especially during times of change.

Kids’ Immune Support Back to School

Question:

Let’s start with immune health. What foods and BIORAY® formulas help strengthen kids’ immune systems naturally?

Answer:

Great question! Keeping immunity strong can be as simple as combining the right herbs with antioxidant-rich foods. Camu camu, blueberry, cranberry, and elderberry are full of antioxidants that help the body handle stress. Adaptogenic herbs also help the immune system stay balanced while fighting off unwanted invaders.

Formula:
NDF Immune® combines camu camu, blueberry, cranberry, elderberry, and adaptogenic Chinese herbs to naturally support kids’ immune systems so they stay healthy and resilient.

How to use:

At onset of symptoms: Give weight-appropriate amounts every 2 hours, up to 5 times in 12 hours.
Maintenance:

50 lbs or less: 1 ml, 1–2 times per day
51 lbs or more: 2 ml, 1–2 times per day
Mix in water, juice, or milk.

Question:

Can adults take NDF Immune® too?

Answer:

Yes, adults can use it—just adjust the amount based on weight.

Nervous Stomach and Social Anxiety in Kids

Question:

What about children who have a nervous stomach or social anxiety when school starts?

Answer:

This is common. Kids may feel shy or overly excited. For children, I recommend NDF Tummy®. This formula helps push bad bugs out of the gastrointestinal tract, improving social behavior, cooperation, and emotional well-being.

Question:

You’ve shared a breakfast idea that pairs well with this formula. Can you tell us about it?

Answer:

Yes! A simple breakfast of organic oats, yogurt with probiotics, fresh fruit or honey, and NDF Tummy® supports the gut-brain axis, serotonin, and dopamine levels. This helps decrease stomach aches and boosts happy hormones.

Question:

What makes this formula work so well?

Answer:

NDF Tummy® contains an 11-strain probiotic blend with broken cell walls (lysed). This lets the probiotics more effectively push bad bugs out of the gastrointestinal tract. Take 1–2 times daily in water, juice, or milk—best in the morning and afternoon.

Mood Support for Kids: Frustration and Irritability

Question:

What about kids who feel frustrated or moody during the school year?

Answer:

Moodiness often appears when the liver isn’t processing toxins efficiently. Supporting liver health can improve mood, reduce frustration, clear skin, and support emotional well-being.

Helpful foods: asparagus, cauliflower, broccoli, watermelon, artichokes, and lemon water.

Formulas:
NDF Calm® combines adaptogenic mushrooms and herbs to help the liver clear toxins naturally. Parents often notice kids are calmer, happier, and have clearer skin when their liver is supported. Take 1–2 times per day, morning or afternoon—avoid bedtime.

Explosive Anger, Sugar Cravings, and Gut Health Remedies for Kids

Question:

Some kids have sudden anger outbursts and sugar cravings. What can parents do?

Answer:

This often signals bad bugs in the gut. Symptoms include itchy bottoms, sugar cravings, and irritability. Kids can pick them up from pets, dirt, or restaurants. These critters can affect mood, learning, and behavior.

Formulas:
NDF Happy® helps remove bad bugs while supporting the liver and adrenals. Parents often see improvements in mood and focus in just a few days. Take twice daily at higher amounts; make sure bowels move 1–2 times per day.

Improving Concentration and Focus in Children Naturally

Question:

How can parents help kids focus better at school?

Answer:

One in five kids struggles with learning issues, often linked to environmental toxins. Diet and detoxification make a big difference.

Brain-supporting foods: chlorella, cilantro, shiitake mushrooms, maitake mushrooms, and goji berries.

Formulas:
NDF Focus® helps kids concentrate, stay on task, and feel more energized. It supports detox pathways and brain health so kids can think clearly and learn better. Take before learning or tests, up to 4 times per day. Avoid using just before bedtime.

Helping Kids Sleep Better During the School Year

Question:

What about kids who struggle with sleep?

Answer:

Sleep is critical for learning and mood. Kids need:

4–6 years: 11–12 hrs
7–12 years: 10–11 hrs
12–18 years: 8–9 hrs

Nighttime routine tips:

Hydrate
Take a shower and brush teeth
Get cozy in bed

Formulas:
NDF Sleepy® helps kids fall asleep naturally and stay asleep through the night. It works by gently calming the nervous system, not by forcing sleep with melatonin. Take 10–15 minutes before bed in water.

Kids’ Digestive Health and Constipation Support

Question:

Finally, what about kids with constipation?

Answer:

Daily bowel movements are essential for health. Ideally, bowels move 1–3 times per day, pain-free, soft, and well-formed.

Formulas:
NDF Pooper® supports regularity, digestive comfort, and detoxification so kids can go with ease. Pair with plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet for best results.

Features:

Moistens & lubricates intestines
Gently purges waste
Supports intestinal integrity
Safely removes toxins

Helping Kids Stay Healthy During the School Year

From immune support with NDF Immune® to better sleep with NDF Sleepy® and improved focus with NDF Focus®, BIORAY Kids formulas give parents simple, effective options to help children stay healthy, focused, and ready to learn all school year long.