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Dr. Jim earned his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1996 and completed his pediatric residency at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, Tod Children's Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio in 1999.  During his residency, he received the honor of "emergency medicine resident of the year."  Dr.Jim is a member of the teaching faculty at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine.

Dr. Jim has been featured on Parenting.com's "Ask the Experts," and has written for Parenting and BabyTalk magazine.  Dr Jim's medical advice has been featured on the "Today Show" and the PBS parenting series, "Help Me Grow."  He is an active contributor to the content of AskDrSears.com, and is co-author of The Healthiest Kid in the Neighborhood (Little, Brown 2006), Father's First Steps - Twenty-Five Things Every New Father Should Know, (Harvard Common Press 2006). The Premature Baby Book (Little, Brown 2004), The Baby Sleep Book (Little, Brown 2006) and the best selling The Baby Book, Revised Edition (Little, Brown 2003).

Dr. Jim frequently travels the country giving lectures about the importance of good family nutrition.  In his entertaining lectures, he shares many of the nutritional changes that keep his family healthy and helped him lose over 40 pounds!  He is most passionate about the vital role that nutrition plays in a variety of medical and behavioral problems.

Dr. Jim's personal passions include endurance cycling, sailboat racing and musical theater with his daughter, Lea.  His recent productions include "Joseph and the Technicolor Dream Coat" (French brother), "The Wizard of Oz" (Cowardly Lion), "Annie" (Rooster), "Fiddler on the Roof" (Lazar Wolf), "Oliver!" (Mr. Bumble) and "Big River" (King).  In his free time, Dr. Jim enjoys snow skiing, hiking, and mountain biking (especially during a beautiful sunrise!).

Dr. Bob is the proud father of three active boys: Andrew, age 13, Alex, age 10, and Joshua, age 4. He and his wife, Cheryl, reside in Dana Point, CA.  Having had the privilege to help raise three active boys, Dr. Bob has grown fond of the "parenting" side of pediatrics.  He especially enjoys talking to parents in his practice about the joys and trials of watching their little babies and toddlers thrive through the first several years of life. 

Dr. Bob has appeared on the Dr. Phil show to offer advice on child behavior and parenting issues.  He has also appeared on the Ellen DeGeneris show and has appeared on CNN's House Call with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to offer advice to first time fathers.  He is a regular guest on "A Place of Our Own" on PBS, helping parents and caregivers understand a variety of child health issues.  Dr. Bob is a frequent speaker at La Leche League conferences, including Colorado, Texas, and California/Nevada.  Dr. Bob has written for Contemporary Pediatrics and Newsweek Japan. Cheryl Sears, Dr. Bob's wife, is an active La Leche League leader, helping countless new moms in the community to successfully breastfeed their babies.  Dr. Bob is co-author of The Updated Baby Book, The Premature Baby Book, The Baby Sleep Book 2005 and author of Father's First Steps: 25 Things Every New Dad Should Know and an active contributor to the content of AskDrSears.com. 

In his spare time, Dr. Bob enjoys surfing the California waves, mountain biking, playing bass guitar with his teenage son guitarist, and trying to keep up with his three children.

Dr. Sears has always been a watchdog over children’s health and welfare. That includes everything from vitamins, supplements, and foods to video games. Over the years, Dr. Sears has been asked to recommend and even put his name on various supplements and nutritional products. He's always been reluctant to do so because while some are very good, none ever completely met his strict standards and expectations.

So Dr. Sears and his family decided to take matters into their own hands. Now that he's partnering with a smaller development company, he has complete control over the quality and efficacy of the end product. With Dr. Sears Family Approved, he finally feels comfortable putting his name on the label.

Why are Omega-3’s so important for my child?
Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency, specifically the Omega-3 fatty acid DHA is the most undervalued nutritional deficiency in America, especially among our children. Make no mistake about it – including Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Fish or Fish Oil Supplements in your child’s diet can greatly improve your child's focus, mood, learning capabilities and behavioral attitude. What parent doesn’t want to maximize their child’s potential? The growing body of scientific evidence showing how critical Omega-3 Fatty Acids are to your child’s health is overwhelming, so much so that Dr. Sears encourages all parents to include this vital nutrient in their child’s diet. From growing brains, to developing hearts and visual acuity, omega-3 fatty acids can insure your child grows strong, develops properly, excels in school, sports and life.

The best food source for high quality omega-3 fatty acids is Wild Alaskan Salmon but getting your child to eat any fish on a regular basis, to the point where they receive enough omega-3’s to have a meaningful impact is nearly impossible (it is recommended that children have at least 2 servings per week). That’s why Dr. Sears and most knowledgeable pediatricians now recommend Fish Oil Supplements to help bridge this gap.

Which Fish Oil Supplement Is Best For My Child?
Dr. Sears wanted a product that was Truly Safe, meaning it was free of toxins such as mercury, which are found in many species of fish today. According to published science, it also had to have a higherratio of DHA to EPA (these are the fatty acids the body needs to grow and develop properly) - most products are higher in EPA.  It had to be free of any fishy taste or odor otherwise children might resist taking it. Dr. Sears did not want today’s children to suffer through what their mothers gave them. And finally, it had to come in a delivery form that children would willingly take without too much fuss. At the time, no product on the market met their standards.

The "Dr. Sears Family Approved" Label Is Born
Not willing to give up, Dr. Sears decided if they couldn’t find an existing product to meet their needs, they’d develop their own--which, after years of research and testing, is now available. The Sears’ Family of Pediatricians are proud to offer great tasting, DHA rich Go Fish - IQ Omega chewable mini soft-gels and Go Fish – Omega-3 DHA Fish Oil in liquid form under our newly designed "Dr. Sears Family Approved" label.

Guaranteed Mercury FREE!
Because the Dr. Sears name is on the bottle, they couldn’t trust this project to just anyone. They personally inspected their Norwegian manufacturing partner to insure they followed strict pharmaceutical guidelines to produce the Gold Standard in Omega-3 nutritional supplements. Each product uses only Safe Source, pharmaceutically pure DHA rich fish oil with each batch being independently tested to be MERCURY FREE as well as free of other known toxins that might be found in some fish or lesser quality fish oils. In addition, Dr. Sears omega supplements have just the right ratio of DHA to EPA, which according to science growing bodies need.

The Dr. Sears Promise to You…
You have their promise that the Dr. Sears Family Approved, Go Fish - Omega-3 Fish Oil products are a Safe, Effective, and Convenient way for you, as a caring parent, to insure your little ones (and big ones if you have teenagers) get optimal levels of DHA to insure proper growth, development, focus and cognitive functions. Both great tasting formulas are so pure they have no fishy taste or smell and most importantly, they have been kid tested and approved.

Brain & Nerve:
DHA, a major and imperative component of brain tissue and neurons, is supportive of cognitive function; helps improve nerve transmission through increasing fluidity of membrane; also may protect and improve the life of neurons.
Mood & Cognition:
EPA and DHA have been identified as fatty acids that improve a variety of mood disorders; reduce problems associated with ADHD, and generally improve cognition.
Immune Health:
EPA & DHA contribute to balanced eicosanoid production to support balanced immune response.
Vision:
DHA is found in high concentration in the retina and is considered important for normal vision; Additionally, Glaucoma patients have reduced intra-ocular pressure with the use of fish oils.
Joint Health and Mobility:
EPA and DHA for similar reasons as immune health, i.e. promotes balanced levels of eicosanoids: thromboxanes, leukotrienes, prostaglandins and prostacyclins.
Cardiovascular Health:
EPA & DHA helps modulate healthy heartbeat, helps normalize blood triglyceride levels, supports arterial wall elasticity and may help influence C-reactive protein levels; helps maintain and support the body’s blood vessels to optimize circulation throughout the body.

Where can I get a direct source of DHA for my child?
Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, are found in cold water fish such as sardines, herring, anchovies, cod liver as well as certain algae.

How soon will my child see results?
It will vary depending on the concentration of the fish oil and your child’s current nutritional state. However, parents often see positive changes in their child within 2 weeks.  For best results, it is recommended you give your child Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil daily for at least three months to evaluate their benefits.

Are there any side effects for my child?
Generally, there are no side effects. Parents typically report their children having more energy and greater mental clarity while taking DHA's.

My child is very picky, how does it taste?
It has no fish odor or flavor due to a patent pending proprietary technology.  The fish oil has been flavored with a great tasting strawberry lemon flavor for the oil and a delicate light orange flavor for the soft gel pearls.

Is it safe for my child to take fish oil? I’ve heard that fish oil contains mercury and other environmental toxins.
As pediatricians and more importantly as parents and grandparents, great care was taken to ensure that this product met our exacting standards. Dr. Sears guarantees Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oils are Mercury free with no dioxins, pesticides, toxins or heavy metals present.

Dr. Sears personally inspected their Norwegian manufacturing partner to insure they followed strict pharmaceutical standards. Their fish oil is produced in a pharmaceutically licensed fish oil processing plant of which there are only three in the world. You have their promise that Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil uses only Safe Source, pharmaceutically pure DHA rich fish oil with each batch being independently tested to be void of all toxins or heavy metals.

As an expecting mother do I need DHA?
It is especially important for a pregnant or breastfeeding woman to consume DHA (one of the omega-3's in fish oil) because the developing baby is dependent on mom!  DHA is an essential fat - we must get it from diet or supplements, because our bodies don’t make it - and consuming enough DHA is critical for normal and healthy development of infant brain, eyes, and nervous system.  Inadequate consumption of DHA during pregnancy has been linked to shortened gestational periods and premature delivery.

Experts recommend that women consume 300–600 mg of DHA daily while pregnant and breastfeeding. As with any supplement, it is best to consult your healthcare professional.

Can my children get enough DHA from their daily diet?
Fish is one of the most abundant sources of DHA, but children in America simply don’t eat enough fish on a regular basis. Even those who eat fish several times a week aren’t getting enough DHA because much of the fish consumed today are farm raised (fed a diet of grains instead of fish meal) and lack significant amounts of DHA and EPA.

How is Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil HP different from all the other Omega-3 products?

• Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil has the proper ratio of DHA to EPA for developing children
• Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil contains a unique marine based antioxidant blend
• Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil is guaranteed to be produced in a pharmaceutically licensed production facility at standards that are beyond cGMP
• Each batch of Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil is handled and processed with the utmost precision then tested by an independent lab to confirm the product is free of contaminates, toxins, heavy metals and is guaranteed to be Mercury Free!
  

What is Safe Source?
Safe Source is the Dr. Sears trademarked name to allow parents to know that the fish oil contained in Dr. Sears Family Approved Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil, meets our exacting standards for purity. Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oils are pharmaceutical grade and Safe Source is the standard as it relates to the purity of oil. Dr. Sears Family Approved oils are tested, before and after production, for heavy metals, PCBs, and dioxin. The results are documented showing the absence of these environmental toxins. Only a true pharmaceutical grade/standard product will pass these standards.

If my child is currently taking prescription medication, is it safe to also take fish oil?
Check with your healthcare professional since fish oils can reduce blood viscosity and are not recommended if you are using blood thinners, taking high doses of aspirin, or anticipating surgery.

Can my child take fish oil with a daily multi-vitamin or other supplements?
Yes, fish oil can be taken with a wide variety of supplements.  Fish Oil is well tolerated, natural, health-promoting, and safe to use every day.

What if my child is allergic to fish? Can they ingest fish oil?
Generally, yes. Allergens (what people react to) in food are usually the protein component of a food (e.g. gluten in wheat, casein in milk). Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oils are filtered and microdistilled making them, in essence, void of protein components.  As a result, people who react to eating fish can generally consume fresh fish oil capsules.  It is always a good idea to consult with your healthcare practitioner before beginning a supplement regime.

How often would my child take Go Fish Omega 3 Fish Oil?
Chew or swallow 5 soft gels 1 time a day, preferably with meals. Take ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) once a day of the liquid. Adults 13 years of age and older will double the above serving size.

How long does one bottle last?
When taken as directed, a bottle of Go Fish liquid fish oil will last two months and a bottle of Go Fish IQ Omega soft gel pearls will last one month.

What’s in it?
Omega-3 Fish Oil, Natural Citrus Flavor, Proprietary Antioxidant Blend (consisting of rosemary extract, ascorbyl palmitate and natural tocopherols)

Why those fish?
Two reasons: 1) They are lower on the food chain and 2) They have shorter life spans.  Both factors contribute to a fish that starts with fewer contaminates.  This allows for a more complete and thorough purification process to ensure no contaminates are present in the oil.

What if my child has a pre-existing a medical condition?
Always consult your doctor or pharmacist about possible interactions.

When is the best time for my child to take this product?
It is recommended the product be taken with meals.

How long has it been on the market?
It’s a new product just released to stores.

Is this FDA approved?
The FDA does not approve nutritional supplements but fish oils are one of the very few nutritional supplements to be granted a qualified health claim by the FDA that can be put on labels.

Does the product need to be refrigerated?
The liquid should be refrigerated after opening.  The soft gels do not need to be refrigerated after opening.

Does the product come in different sizes?
Yes, it comes in two sizes: a 5 oz bottle of liquid which is a two month supply or a bottle of 150 soft gel pearls which is a one month supply.

Is it a pill or liquid?
They have both soft gels (150 count) and liquids (5 ounces).

Why two products?
With a variety of delivery methods, parents have a better chance of finding a solution that works best for their child ensuring the child is likely to take the product on a daily basis without fuss.  Some children might prefer the liquid while others might prefer swallowing or “popping” the soft gels.