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Imogen Howse

Vitamin D Supplements Fail To Improve Bone Strength In Children, Major Trial Finds

A child enjoying a glass of milk. Figures show that around one-third of children suffer at least one bone fracture before the age of 18. ALEX GREEN VIA PEXELS.

Vitamin D supplements do not improve bone strength or prevent bone fractures in children, a major new clinical trial has found.

Figures show that around one-third of children suffer at least one bone fracture before the age of 18.

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