Kids between ages 3 and 5 typically may be interested in eating and mealtime one day and not the next. Many young children seem to be picky eaters. But they're likely still getting enough nutrients. Caregivers may aim to give kids a range of nutritious foods so that each meal has healthy choices. And in some cases, such as with cow's milk, food and drink are already fortified.
Talk with your child's health care provider if you're worried about whether your child is getting enough vitamins and minerals. A mineral or vitamin supplement might be helpful if your child has low levels of vitamin D in the diet or a delay in physical and developmental growth.
If your child's health care provider suggests a multivitamin, choose one made for your child's age group. It shouldn't give more than 100% of the Daily Value of vitamins and minerals. And keep multivitamins out of your child's reach. If they taste and look like candy, make sure to tell your child that they can't be eaten like candy.
Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutri...

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