Monday, March 29, 2010

In the News: Vitamin D Deficiency in Infants

A new study is showing that a majority of infants, even those on formula, aren't getting enough vitamin D in their diet. Vitamin D is important for for strong bones and overall health. Read the following article to learn more about this study:

http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/03/22/vitamin.d.babies/index.html

As the article suggests, parents should talk to their pediatrician about vitamin D supplements and other ways to ensure their infants and children are getting enough vitamin D.

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