Patient's question:
My baby has very little hair, and it's yellow. My best friend said this is due to the baby being calcium deficient. What should I do if my two-month-old baby is calcium deficient?Doctor's answer:
If a two-month-old baby is lacking in calcium, they can supplement with vitamin D, because when vitamin D is deficient, the absorption rate of calcium is only 10%-15%. If vitamin D is supplemented, the absorption rate can reach over 40%. Therefore, when supplementing with calcium, it is important to also pay attention to supplementing with vitamin D. Additionally, it is recommended to supplement with some beneficial gut bacteria while taking calcium, which can effectively address the issue of constipation that babies often experience when taking calcium.