Kids’ vitamin gummies: unhealthy, poorly regulated and exploitative

There are many brands of kids’ “gummies” on the market.

They are promoted as deliciously flavoured and a great way for growing bodies (and fussy eaters) to get the nutrients they need.

The “active” ingredients are usually listed as vitamins, minerals and sometimes omega-3 fats and vegetable powders.

They may say “contains sugars” or they may…