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The most common causes of iron deficiency in toddlers

Did you know that excessive milk consumption is one of the most common causes of iron deficiency in toddlers?

    by Beth Wallace Smith, RD
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Did you know that excessive milk consumption is one of the most common causes of iron deficiency in toddlers?  Stick to a goal of 2-4 servings (or 24 ounces) of dairy per day to get the bone health benefits without the risk of over-doing it.

March is National Nutrition Month so all month long CHOP's trusted dietician Beth Wallace will be sharing her top tips for healthy eating.