The risks leading to Vitamin D deficiency in children:

 

_ Sunlight is limited, children not being outdoors enough and often stay indoors, especially during rainy / winter seasons when sunlight is limited.

 

 

_ Infants who consume only breast milk, breast milk is an excellent source of nutrients but does not contain enough Vitamin D. Babies at this stage are recommended to be supplemented with appropriate functional foods.

 

 

_ Several genetic diseases lead to children unable to absorb natural vitamins. Many studies show that being obese is likely to cause risk of vitamin deficiency in children.

 

 

What foods can supplement vitamin D?

 

Ocean fish meat that contains a lot of fat (swordfish, salmon,...), mushrooms (table mushrooms, white mushrooms, ...). There are also supplement products with added Vitamin D on the market such as butter, cereals, yogurt ...

 

 

And always consult your doctor and nutritionist to know about the right supplements for your baby, and regularly let your children play and perform outdoor activities to help them develop the healthiest bones!

 

Reference: John Hopkins Institute of Nutrient

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