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* Baby has very little exposure to sunlight. For example: if you live in a far northern latitude, if you live in an urban area where tall buildings and pollution block sunlight, if baby is always completely covered and kept out of the sun, if baby is always inside during the day, or if you always apply high-SPF sunscreen. * Both mother and baby have darker skin and thus require more sun exposure to generate an adequate amount of vitamin D. Again, this is a "not enough sunlight" issue - the darker your skin pigmentation, the greater the amount of sun exposure needed. There is not much information available on how much more sunlight is needed if you have medium or darker toned skin. See the section below regarding amount of sunlight needed. * Mother is deficient in vitamin D - this is rare in western countries. The amount of vitamin D in breastmilk depends upon mom's vitamin D status. If baby gets enough sunlight, mom's deficiency is unlikely to be a problem for baby. However, if baby is not producing enough vitamin D from sunlight exposure, then breastmilk will need to meet a larger percentage of baby's vitamin D needs. If mom has minimal exposure to sunlight (see above examples) and is not consuming enough foods or supplements containing vitamin D, then she may be vitamin D deficient. More below on supplementing mom with vitamin D.
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How can you get vitamin D without being in the sun?
Vitamin D supplement are available over the counter. Taking something without first consulting your health care provider is not recommended. Angie RN
Is taking a multivitamin b complex and a vitamin C supplement unhealthy if the multivitamin also contains vitamin c?
== == No; one can safely take both supplements. However, vitamin C can cause a copper deficiency with prolonged high doses (more than 20 times the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for months, for example). Unless you are taking extremely high-dose supplements, you are not likely to have this problem. Additionally, vitamin C intake levels above the RDA have not shown any additional benefit in controlled experiments. Unless there is some indication that your intake of vitamin C is deficient, it is likely that you will not benefit from the additional vitamin C supplement.
How does the sun give you vitamin d?
Very few foods in nature contain vitamin D. The flesh of fish (such as salmon, tuna, and mackerel) and fish liver oils are among the best sources . Small amounts of vitamin D are found in beef liver, cheese, and egg yolks. Vitamin D in these foods is primarily in the form of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and its metabolite 25(OH)D3 . Some mushrooms provide vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) in variable amounts Most people meet their vitamin D needs through exposure to sunlight
Why should you avoid consuming excess vitamin E when taking the medication?
It depends on which medication. One should avoid consuming excess vitamin E when taking the medication that is used for thinning blood. Too much consumption of Vitamin E is dangerous and you should consult a doctor before taking Vitamin E supplements.
Can vitamin C interact with drugs?
Individuals taking anticoagulant, or blood thinning, medications should speak with their doctor before taking vitamin C supplements, as large doses of vitamin C may impact their efficacy.
Are there any nutritional supplement drinks without vitamin k?
What kind of supplement drink (exp. Boost or Ensure ) that doesn't have vitamin K as I am taking coumidin.
What are the Side effects of ostelin?
There really aren't any side effects to the vitamin D supplement Ostelin. As with any vitamin supplement it is best not to increase the intake of vitamin D while taking it.
Who is least likely to need a vitamin supplement?
People with a diet of regular and adequate intake of foods rich in vitamin A; or taking vitamin A supplements.
Using Vitamins Safely and Effectively?
Medical research has manifested that vitamin supplements are often necessary in certain conditions and illnesses because not enough of specific vitamins can be consumed and absorbed by the body from food. Some physicians will recommend taking either a multivitamin pill every day to supplement the diet. In other situations, separate vitamin supplements in higher doses will serve an individual best such as the antioxidants vitamin A/beta carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E. But like any other nutritional supplement, taking too many vitamins in large doses can be harmful.
What is the difference between taking vitamin supplements and food with vitamins?
Taking vitamin supplements means ingestion of vitamins by means of medicines, and food with vitamins is vitamins in the natural foods like fruits and vegetabales. vitamin supplement is in vitamin deficiency.
Why Safety Is Important When Taking A Vitamin A Supplement?
Vitamin A is an important element required for the healthy functioning of the body. One of the easiest ways to get the suggested dietary amount is through the use of vitamin A supplements. It is important to pay attention to the amount of vitamin A that is ingested, however, because large doses can actually be very harmful and even cause vitamin A poisoning. Most vitamin A supplements should be taken only after examining the amount of the vitamin in any other supplements being taken. Additionally, some topical skin treatments contain vitamin A as well and can be absorbed into the body quickly. Taking too much vitamin A can result in serious liver damage, although a vitamin A deficiency is equally as harmful over time.
How do vitamin shoppes benefit a persons health?
Vitamins are substances required for basic biological functions. Taking a vitamin supplement can provide the vitamins that are missing from a diet
How do you increase stamina without taking any medicine?
Exercise regularly and get adequate sleep. If you don't count vitamin supplements as medicine, then a vitamin b complex supplement will help you keep your energy.
How can you get vitamin D without being in the sun?
Vitamin D supplement are available over the counter. Taking something without first consulting your health care provider is not recommended. Angie RN
Is taking more than one one-a-day vitamin harmful?
why are you going to do this? I suppose taking 2 pills once is not harmful, but doing it for a long period may be harmful. I am not a doctor, you should ask it in a pharmacy or some expert. But still i dont see the reason of this question.
Why does omeprazole reduce iron absorption?
Iron is more readily absorbed in an acidic environment (gastric juices) but since omeprazole can decrease the gastric acid produced, it is good to take vitamin C (ascorbic acid) when taking an iron supplement (both of which should be if advised by your physician) or one can simply take a vitamin C supplement if taking omeprazole when no iron supplement is needed (as would be in the case of iron deficiency anemia which is determined by a blood test).
What is the best advantage of taking a vitamin D supplement?
Vitamin D helps the immune system and reduces the risk of serious illnesses including heart disease. It also reduces the chance of Alzheimer's and aids in weight loss.
