Patient's question:
My friend is giving vitamin supplements to his child. I want to know if my child needs to supplement and if there is a vitamin deficiency?Doctor's answer:
The child looks pale and easily feels tired; he may be lacking in B vitamins. The main function of B vitamins is to help convert food into energy. Ensuring an adequate supply of B vitamins can keep the child energetic. Vitamin B2, B12, and folic acid can promote the body's absorption of iron, promote red blood cell development, and prevent anemia. The child's eyes easily get tired and he has difficulty seeing clearly. Vitamin A helps form vision, especially during the child's growth and development. After starting school, as academic pressure increases, the child is prone to myopia.