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Mom of a 5 yr old girl4 years ago

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does ragi (finger millet) cause constipation?

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Dr. Vaibhav jainFather of a 5 yr 9 m old girl4 years ago

A. no but knw that .constipation in children is quite common and can be corrected by diet changes . Give plenty of water and other fluids like buttermilk juice to baby . Include fibre rich food items like fruits papaya , banana and green leafy vegetables spinach, carrot in baby diet . Can use glycerine suppository for immediate relief from hard stools .

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