#AskTheExpert Hi Doctor, my 7 years old is very slow in eating. he takes a lot of time to finish his meal. His weight is also on the lower side, 17 kgs. is there anything we can do to increase his weight, any supplement?

1 Answer

ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Hello mom some kids are such that they fall into this habit , you need to be very patient and do. Not scold the child as he is old enough sit and talk to him and explain about it .. set a time and also check the quaytity of food given to him .

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