Because of factors such as less sun exposure (both cultural and
possibly due to air pollution) and people living in climates
different from the ones in which their ancestors developed their
skin tones, Vitamin D shortage (or better stated-sunlight
deficiency) can be a real concern.  The problem is in how this
information is conveyed.  By saying that breastfed infants need Vit
D supplementation it makes it seem like the deficienty in in
breastmilk.   In actuality, all babies may need the supplement, but
for formula babies it is simply added to the formula. Therefore too
many people see it as "normal" in formula and "missing" in
breastmilk.
I would rather see the statements put soimething like this:
Babies who do not get enough sunlight exposure will often need
supplemental Vitamin D in their diets.  Babies who are formula fed
have it added to the formula at the factory.  Breastfed babies can
get the supplement orally in addition to breastfeeding.

Winnie

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