The American Academy of Pediatrics raised the daily amount of vitamin D for children to 400 units. Vitamin D supplements will need to be taken by millions of children now. Since one of the best non-food sources is the sun, Frankie already takes a vitamin D supplement, but I am going to check with his doctor to see if he needs more. This new recommendation is an issue with children with albinism, since they are not getting the sun exposure.
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