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Walk down the health aisle of any supermarket, and you’ll see shelves lined with brightly packaged vitamin and mineral supplements designed for children.

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The nutrients children really need

What the science says about supplements

Potential risks and unintended consequences

So, what should parents do?

Products promise to support immunity, boost brain development, and promote healthy growth – leading many parents to believe they’re a necessary addition to their child’s diet.

For parents of fussy eaters in particular, supplements may feel like a quick and reassuring solution. But are they actually needed?

The nutrients children really need

Children indeed require a broad range of vitamins and mineral

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