Randomised controlled trial analysing supplementation with 250 versus 500 units of vitamin D3, sun exposure and surrounding factors in breastfed infants

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Aris Siafarikas · Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Helmut Piazena · Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Uwe Feister · German Meteorological Service

Max Bulsara · University of Western Australia

H. Meffert · Diagnostic and Treatment Centre Berlin

V. Hesse · Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Abstract

In Berlin, Germany, supplementation with 250 units of vitamin D3 is sufficient for breastfed infants during their first 6 weeks of life in summer and winter. UVB exposure is very low throughout the year.

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Vitamin D Research Studies Breastfeeding Practices and Influences Pregnancy and Medication Impact

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Published in: Archives of Disease in Childhood

Volume 96, Issue 1, pp. 91-95

DOI: 10.1136/adc.2009.178301

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Randomised controlled trial analysing supplementation with 250 versus 500 units of vitamin D3, sun exposure and surrounding factors in breastfed infants

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