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Hello sir... my son is 2 year 8 month old, he has one bad habbit... he eats soil.. i was put chilli powder also but he doesn't leave his bad habbit..how to avoid this habbit...
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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years agoA. dear mum, eating soil and other non food items is known as Pica. It's causes may be related to nutritional deficiency like zinc or iron, so consult doctor and give a balanced diet having variety of food groups, especially seasonal vegetables, green leafy vegetables and fruits to avoid deficiency.
it can also be related to development or behavioral issues like child wanting to seek attention.
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years agoA. There is no specific way to prevent pica. However, careful attention to eating habits and close supervision of children known to put things in their mouths may help catch the disorder before complications can occur.Talk to your child's doctor or nurse about having his/her iron and zinc status tested. Low levels of these nutrients can contribute to pica.
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