Supplements for thal minor

Hello everyone,

What supplements and regular blood test do you recommend for a healthy 10-year old child with Beta Thal Minor ? The child is very active, has lots of energy, good at academics and doing well otherwise. The diet is very clean : lots of fresh fruits and veggies, and other proteins.

The child could use some help in areas of growth - weight gain, bone health.

The current supplement list is : Vitamin D3/K2, Zinc, B12.

The child does get some therapy from physical therapist for co-ordination, balance and alignment.

Thanks!

I would definitely add L-methylfolate and make sure the diet includes plenty of foods rich in magnesium. Nuts are a good source of minerals. Foods rich in vitamin C should also be consumed.

Hi Andy,

Thank you for your response. As per the CBC blood work, my 11 year old son's hemoglobin is as follows :

     Hemoglobin       10.8       (11.7-14.1).

Hemoglobin Electrophoresis shows "Consistent with Thal Minor".

Do you recommend any other testing ? We are hoping for him to grow more and gain some weight.

Thanks!

hi Andy,

Kindly suggest on my post. We are really hoping for our son to put on more height and weight.

Thanks!

I don't think more testing is needed. A wholesome diet and good quality supplements are a good approach to living with thal minor.