How does the % DV for vitamin C on food labels compare to my childs needs?
The % DV for vitamin C on food labels is based on 60 milligrams. Children between the ages of 1 and 3 need 13 mg per day. Needs jump to 22 mg per day for children 4 to 8 years old and 39 mg per day for those between the ages of 9 and 13. Older girls need 56 mg per day through age 18 while older boys need 63 mg per day through age 18.
