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hi my 2 years old baby always tries to eat things containing clay e.g wall corner paint, matchbox Gul. so is there any way to stop him from doing that.?
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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist2 years agoA. dear mum, eating clay and other non food items is known as Pica
It's causes maybe 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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Q. #AskTheExpert hi there, how can we prevent child to eat wall paint, as he use to scratch n eat
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