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Chewables, gummies, powders or liquids: which supplement format suits your child?
Quick answer: The best supplement format is the one your child will take every day, safely. Chewables and gummies suit most kids from around 2 years, powders can be mixed...
When should kids take iron? Food, calcium and vitamin C explained
Quick answer: Give your child’s iron supplement with a meal that isn’t built around milk, yoghurt or cheese, ideally alongside a vitamin C-rich food like strawberries or capsicum. Calcium can...
A parent’s guide to iodine for children
Quick answer: Children need 90 µg of iodine a day from 1 to 8 years, 120 µg at 9 to 13, and 150 µg in the teen years. The best...
Algae Omega-3 vs Fish Oil for Kids: Which Should You Choose?
If you’ve been looking into omega-3 for your child, you’ve probably noticed two main options on the shelf: fish oil and algae oil. Both are popular, both are good sources...
How Much Vitamin D Do Children Need? Vitamin D Requirements for Kids
How much vitamin D do children need? Quick answer: Australian children need 5 µg (200 IU) of vitamin D a day from birth to 18 years. Most of our vitamin...
