POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy4 months agoA. To help your 4-year, 9-month-old child grow healthy and strong, focus on providing a balanced, nutrient-rich diet, a proper routine, and ensuring good overall health.
Key Tips:
Nutritious Diet:
Give 3 main meals and 2 snacks daily. Include protein: eggs, dal, paneer, curd, chicken, fish. Add healthy fats: ghee, nuts powder (mixed in roti or porridge), peanut butter. Offer energy foods: banana, sweet potato, rice, whole wheat roti, khichdi with ghee. Encourage fruits and vegetables daily. Replace milk with curd or milk-based smoothies if he resists plain milk.
Boost Immunity:
Give vitamin C-rich fruits (orange, amla, guava), turmeric milk, and tulsi-honey (if over 1 year). Make sure he plays outdoors in sunlight for vitamin D.
Check Health Issues:
Rule out worm infection (deworm every 6 months after pediatrician advice). Get a growth check-up and ask about iron, vitamin D, or thyroid if weakness continues.
Encourage Active Play:
Daily physical activity like running, cycling, or playing outside builds strength and appetite.
If you’d like, I can prepare a one-week meal plan to help support growth. Would that be helpful?
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