Vegans – those who consume no meat, eggs or dairy products – should take extra care to include vitamin B12 in the diet, either from fortified foods or a regular supplement. Vitamin D is another nutrient that may need special attention. It is essential to the body's absorption of calcium and is available in vitamin D-fortified milk, soymilk or breakfast cereals. The body produces vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, but if you or your child have dark skin or live in a cold climate where skin is not exposed to the sun year round, it's important to pay attention to this nutrient.

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