Higher Prevalence of Inadequate Vitamin D Intake in Toddlers Not Consuming a Vitamin D Supplement in Vancouver, Canada

Key Points

• Inadequate vitamin D intake is highly prevalent among toddlers not consuming supplements, indicating a significant nutritional gap.
• 77% of toddlers without vitamin D supplements show insufficient levels, raising concerns about their overall health.
• Analysis based on dietary assessments from a national-level sample across multiple regions, including Vancouver.
• Highlights the urgent need for national-level monitoring to address vitamin D deficiencies in young children.