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Vitamin d deficiency

2017-01-28 15:22:45
Can we use cod liver oil supplements for improving vitamin d level? Is it safe to use for kids? One capsule after lunch sufficient
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Hello there.  I can understand your concern.  Who has told you that cod liver oil will supplement vit-D3? Tab. D3 must 60k to be chewed like a chocolate once a week . And sun exposure everyday for 20 minutes will provide good amount of vit-D3. Best regards. Dr. Anil kumar jain. Bangalore.

Answered2017-01-30 16:19:30

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