Question
How can a 2.5-year-old toddler effectively supplement calcium?
Answer
To achieve optimal calcium supplementation for a 2.5-year-old toddler, it is advisable to choose calcium supplements containing calcium carbonate and to also take vitamin AD fish liver oil drops. This combination helps to improve the absorption of calcium in the intestines. The daily calcium requirement for toddlers is 400 milligrams for infants aged 0 to 6 months, and 600 milligrams for infants aged 6 months to 1 year. Additionally, moderate outdoor sun exposure is a natural way to supplement calcium. The main source of vitamin D in the human body is 7-dehydrocholesterol in the skin, which, after being exposed to ultraviolet light from the sun, can be converted into vitamin D3, thereby promoting the absorption and utilization of calcium.