A 12-year-old girl fell off her bicycle and broke her femur. Radiological examination showed a generalized reduction in bone density, suggesting to the pediatrician that the child might have a nutritional deficiency. Which of the following should be supplemented in this child's diet?

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Generalized reduction in bone density suggests the possibility of the child having osteoporosis, which is primarily caused by inadequate calcium intake. Therefore, calcium supplementation should be added to the child's diet to improve bone health.

A 12-Year-Old Girl Fell Off Her Bicycle and Broke Her