You?ve probably heard that vitamin D for babies and kids is important for their health. Often called the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and supports the development of healthy bones and teeth. Low vitamin D has also been linked to a number of illnesses, including autoimmune disorders, mental illness, cardiovascular disease, tumours, and diabetes.
The body produces vitamin D naturally in response to ultraviolet radiation from the sun. But most Canadians don’t get enough sun exposure?particularly in the winter?to produce healthy levels of vitamin D. So, Health Canada recommends using both diet and supplements to make sure your kid is getting enough vitamin D.
Is food a good source of vitamin D for babies and kids" 
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Stop feeling bad about giving your kids non-organic strawberries and applesSome foods, like salmon, canned tuna, mushrooms, broccoli, kale and spinach, contain vitamin D, while others, like milk and milk alternatives, are fortified with it. Research shows that kids who drink more milk tend to have higher vitamin D levels and the Canadian Paediatric Society says that fortified beverages can be adequate sources of vitamin D for kids if the child consumes enough on a daily basis. If your kid is dri...