#asktheexperts my 1 yr 7 mnth old saughter doesnt drink milk or dairy products. she is not allergic to milk but she doesnt like it. how much dose of cal +vitD should be given at this age??

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that is usually decided by the doctor according to the calcium deficiency the child is having and for vitamin d you can give it in maintenance dosage that is 0.5 ml per day for 800 units vitamin d
calcium is available in good amount in milk and milk products. it is also available in good amount in pulses and cereals and fruits. also richley present in green leafy vegetables ragi,soyabean,chickpea,nuts, dryfruits,seeds,beans,lentils 
non vegetarian food as well as eggs fish contain good amount of calcium.
if the above diet is given properly no need to give calcium supplements to the child