Patient's question:
The baby is now more than 11 months old, almost 1 year old, and hasn't grown any teeth yet. After some tests, the doctor said the baby is deficient in calcium and zinc, and the deficiency is quite significant. What should I do now to supplement it? I'm very urgent. The doctor mentioned taking a powder, saying it helps with calcium supplementation quickly. What kind of powder is it? Thank you~Doctor's answer:
Babies often lack calcium, which is usually accompanied by a deficiency of vitamin D. Vitamin D can be administered through a single intramuscular injection in the hospital. For calcium and zinc, it is recommended to base the diet on food supplementation and supplement with medication if necessary. Exposing oneself to sunlight can help absorb vitamin D. There are many sources of calcium in food, and calcium from food is the most easily absorbed by the body. Milk is the best food for calcium supplementation. The calcium content in soy products is also very rich. Animal bone soup also contains high levels of calcium, and more vinegar should be added during cooking to facilitate the dissolution of calcium. Therefore, it is recommended to drink more milk every day, along with the consumption of vegetables, fruits, and soy products, which can meet the body's needs. This eliminates the need to additionally supplement with calcium pills. Instead, it is advisable to consume more dairy products, tofu, shrimp skin, etc.