Important Vitamins
For Every Member Of Your Family
Here is a breakdown of important vitamins for your entire family. The 'birth to 18 years' recommendations are by Dr. Linda Rodriguez, Pediatric Physician for 27 years. These are only recommendations for overall health - they are not intended to treat, cure or prevent any diseases. Of course, if you have any questions, ask your doctor or nutritionist. I'm sure that they will agree with these recommended important vitamins. Below Age 6 Months Most of baby's nutrition will come directly from Mom's milk or fortified formula. Most of these things will be added when baby starts on solid foods. ***DO NOT go over the recommended amounts for Iron. It is fatal in large quantities.*** ~ A liquid or powder 'Infant and Toddler Multi-Vitamin' can be added to solid foods, or given directly if in liquid form. ~ Vitamin C (180 mg) - for immune support. Can be crushed up and added to solid foods. ~ A Probiotic - for digestive and immune support. Found in yogurt or capsules, crushed up and added to food. ~ GLA (gamma linolenic acid) omega-6 fatty acid - excellent for brain health and development. This can come through the breast milk, if Mom takes it. If not, squeeze 1 capsule directly into baby's mouth. 6 Months to 1 Year ~ A liquid or powder Infant and Toddler Multi-Vitamin ~ Nutritious Extra Protein - needed to make and repair all tissue cells. Can be added to solid foods, especially cereal or porridge. ~ Vitamin C (100-300 mg) daily ~ Omega 3 Fatty Acids (DHA and EPA) - for proper brain development ~ A Probiotic 1 Year to 5 Years ~ Chewable High-Quality Multi-Vitamins ~ Nutritious Extra Protein ~ Vitamin C (500 mg) daily - double during illness ~ A Chewable Calcium-Magnesium Supplement - essential for pain-free growth spurts! ~ Omega 3 Fatty Acids (DHA and EPA) ~ A Probiotic 5 Years to 18 Years ~ High-Quality Multi-Vitamins ~ Nutritious Extra Protein ~ Vitamin C (1000 mg) daily ~ A Calcium-Magnesium Supplement ~ A High-Quality B-Vitamin Supplement (for growth, energy, and stress relief) Women - Pre-Pregnancy ~ High-Quality Multi-Vitamins ~ Antioxidants (including 500 mg Vitamin C and 200 IU Vitamin E) ~ Iron ~ Calcium and Vitamin D - for bone health ~ Probiotics ~ Extra B Vitamins, including Folic Acid ~ Omega 3 Fatty Acids (DHA and EPA) ~ Nutritious Extra Protein Pregnant Women ~ Everything listed above, plus... ~ Additional Nutritious Protein ~ An additional 500 calories per day ~ Extra Fiber - for digestive support and decreased constipation. Peri-menopause and Menopause ~ High-Quality Multi-Vitamins ~ Additional Antioxidants/Additional Immune support ~ Nutritious Extra Protein ~ GLA (gamma linolenic acid) omega-6 fatty acid ~ Omega 3 Fatty Acids (DHA and EPA) ~ Glucosamine - for healthy joints Men ~ High-Quality Multi-Vitamins ~ Antioxidants (including 500 mg Vitamin C and 200 IU Vitamin E) ~ Probiotics ~ Extra B Vitamins ~ Omega 3 Fatty Acids (DHA and EPA) ~ Nutritious Extra Protein ~~~~Even if you simply start with the right Multi-Vitamin - that is super! Start there and work your way up. :o) Just make sure your family gets the most important vitamins, for overall good health.
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