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Vitamins
"Vitamins are substances that your body needs to grow and develop normally. There are 13 vitamins your body needs. They are vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folate). You can usually get all your vitamins from the foods you eat. Your body can also make vitamins D and K. People who eat a vegetarian diet may need to take a vitamin B12 supplement.
Each vitamin has specific jobs. If you have low levels of certain vitamins, you may develop a deficiency disease. For example, if you don't get enough vitamin D, you could develop rickets. Some vitamins may help prevent medical problems. Vitamin A prevents night blindness.
The best way to get enough vitamins is to eat a balanced diet with a variety of foods. In some cases, you may need to take a daily multivitamin for optimal health. However, high doses of some vitamins can make you sick."
Infants
A healthy full term infant who is beginning solid foods may not need vitamin and mineral supplements. It is most important to note that delaying solid foods until baby has reached age 6 months or older allows for the maximum intake of essential nutrients.
Breast milk or commercial fortified formulas contain all the nutrients an infant needs. This includes vitamins and minerals. Vitamin and mineral supplements are not crucial to an infant's diet. If there is a known deficiency, such as Vitamin D, Vitamin K or Iron for example, then supplementation may become necessary.
API For Infants
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