30/09/2025
☝️ General Rules for Kids’ Vitamins & Supplements
1. Multivitamins (with minerals)
• Best taken with food (breakfast or lunch).
• This improves absorption and reduces the chance of stomach upset.
2. Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
• Should be taken with meals containing some healthy fats (milk, eggs, avocado, nuts, fish, etc.) for better absorption.
3. Water-Soluble Vitamins (Vitamin C, B-complex)
• Can be taken on an empty stomach (30 minutes before meals or 2 hours after meals).
• But if your child has a sensitive stomach, it’s safer to give with food.
4. Iron Supplements
• Best absorbed on an empty stomach (before breakfast).
• Avoid giving with milk, tea, or coffee (calcium reduces absorption).
• Can be given with vitamin C-rich juice (like orange or calamansi) to boost absorption.
5. Calcium Supplements
• Best taken with meals (not on an empty stomach).
• Do not give at the same time as iron supplements (they interfere with each other).
6. Probiotics
• Best given before meals or on an empty stomach (30 minutes before eating).
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✅ Tip for parents:
• Give vitamins at the same time each day to build routine.
• If your child is taking prescription medicines, check with their pediatrician before adding supplements.
