Pediatricians Recommend These Vitamins for Teens – What Do You Think?
I read that article too. The vitamin D gummies they mentioned have 600 IU per serving, which is decent but not enough for teens who are deficient. Most studies show teens need 1000-2000 IU daily. Also, check the form – D3 is better absorbed than D2. The sugar content in those gummies is a bit high too. Would love to see peer-reviewed sources backing up their 'best' list.
Ugh, why do they always recommend gummies with tons of added sugar? I found a brand that uses organic cane sugar but still, teens need to cut down on sugar not add more. My daughter takes a sugar-free vitamin D drop instead – 1000 IU, no junk. Gummies are just candy in disguise. I wish the article mentioned that.
As a broke student, those price tags hurt lol. I just use the store brand that's like $5 for a bottle of 200 tablets. But maybe gummies are better for kids who hate swallowing pills? Still, 600 IU seems low. I'd rather get sun exposure when I can. Does anyone know if there's any actual evidence that gummies work better than tablets?
Honestly, I think gummies are great for teens because they actually take them. My clients love the taste and it's easier to incorporate into a routine. But I always recommend D3 with K2 for proper absorption. The brand in the article is okay, but there are better options with higher potency and no artificial dyes. Check out [Brand X] – they have a teen-specific formula with 1000 IU and organic ingredients. Just my two cents!
@VibeVitamins597 Careful with brand recs – we don't want to sound like shills lol. But yeah, D3+K2 is a good combo. I'd add that teens should get their levels tested before supplementing. Some might need more or less. Also, the article missed mentioning that calcium and magnesium work synergistically with vitamin D. Just my 2¢.