#asktheexpert My child is 4 years old and her weight is still 10 kgs. Please suggest to me something that provides my girl good health.

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A 4-year-old weighing only 10 kg is below the ideal weight range (typically 14–18 kg), so it’s important to support her growth with nutrient-rich foods, a consistent routine, and medical evaluation if needed. Here's a practical plan to help:

✅ Key Steps to Support Her Health and Weight Gain: 🥗 1. Focus on Nutrient-Dense Foods: Healthy fats: Ghee, homemade butter, coconut oil, avocado, peanut butter. Protein-rich foods: Eggs, paneer, dal, curd, cheese, milk, chicken, fish. Whole grains: Suji, dalia, oats, ragi, rice, whole wheat roti/paratha. Fruits & vegetables: Banana, mango, papaya, sweet potato, carrot (boiled/mashed). Dry fruits: Soaked almonds, walnuts, dates, raisins – blend into milk or porridges. 🥣 2. Sample Diet Plan:

Morning (7–8 AM)

Warm milk with ghee or nuts powder 2–3 soaked almonds and 1 date

Breakfast (8:30–9:30 AM)

Stuffed paratha with curd OR Egg + toast + banana OR Upma/poha with veggies + fruit juice

Mid-morning snack (11 AM)

Fruit smoothie (banana/mango + milk) Handful of nuts/seeds chikki or laddoo

Lunch (1 PM)

Rice/roti with dal, ghee, and soft veggies Paneer or egg curry Curd or raita

Evening snack (4:30 PM)

Milk + homemade snack (idli, dosa, suji chilla, sandwich)

Dinner (7:30 PM)

Roti/rice + dal or veg curry Small portion of sweet potato or paneer

Bedtime (Optional)

Small cup of milk with jaggery or nut powder 🔍 Important Tips: Encourage active play for better appetite. Feed every 2–3 hours, including healthy snacks. Avoid junk food, chips, and sugary items. Give food in a happy, stress-free environment. Monitor for worms — deworming may help if not done recently (check with doctor). If her appetite is very low or weight doesn't improve in 2–3 months, see a pediatrician for blood tests (iron, vitamin D, thyroid, etc.).

Let me know her daily routine or any food preferences — I can make a more personalized chart.

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My child is hyper active. She doesn't have any other issue, only her weight is very low.

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Give date syrub in the morning and evening with milk to gain more weight. Please check whether the baby is active or not. If the baby is active everything is fine dont increase the weight. If feeling sick, unable to take to take proper food then you must consult your doctor.