Pediatric Nutrition Library

Ingredient Science: Inulin & Probiotic Strain Science—Why Specificity Matters

A food-first, AAP- and FDA-aligned guide to prebiotic inulin and probiotic strain specificity, including the organisms in DocVites’ current development specification.

Picky Eating: Nutrition First, Supplements Second

Picky eating is common in childhood. AAP guidance emphasizes repeated exposure, structured meals and a calm food-first approach.

Children’s Multivitamins: When Supplements May—and May Not—Be Needed

AAP-aligned context for thinking about multivitamins: food first for most healthy children, with supplementation considered according to the child’s individual circumstances.

Vitamin D in Infancy: What Parents Should Know

A practical overview of AAP guidance on vitamin D during the first year of life, including the 400 IU daily recommendation for infants.