Surprising Requirement

Surprisingly, the requirement for vitamin D — 200 IUs or 5 micrograms per day — is the same from birth to age 50. Vitamin D helps the body absorb minerals like calcium and builds strong teeth and bones. It’s called the “sunshine vitamin” because the body can make it when the skin is exposed to sunlight. But vitamin D production is prevented by smog, clouds, dark skin, and sunscreen with an SPF of 8 or more, so it’s a good idea to make sure your child gets 200 IUs of vitamin D every day from food sources.

FOOD SOURCES:

1 ounce salmon serving: 103 IUs
1 ounce tuna (canned in oil, drained): 200 IUs
1/2 cup fortified whole milk: 49 IUs
1 large egg yolk: 25 IUs
1/3 cup fortified, ready-to-eat cereal: 13 IUs


This smoothie provides complete array of nutrients and a patented formulation of mental boosters. A breakfast on-the-go for school kids.

1cup ice cold water
1 ripe banana
1scoop high-quality protein powder with mental boosters (Reliv Now Kids)
1scoop milk powder
3 1ce cubes
Blend all ingredients. Serve with a straw. this smoothie especially makes a good breakfast.

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