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My 1.5 year old son had deficiency of Iron. He doesn't eat citrus fruits or drink pomegranate juices. I had tried iron supplement but it caused constipation. Please suggest what can be done
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ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician3 months agoA. hi.
you need to include other iron rich food in his diet.
like lufa, beet root, spinach, tomatoes, stawberries, dates, dry fruits, nuts, moringa leaves, figs, banana, broccoli.
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 months agoA. If your 1.5-year-old son has iron deficiency but doesn’t tolerate iron supplements well and avoids citrus fruits or pomegranate juice, you can try these gentle and practical approaches:
Iron-rich foods: Offer soft, iron-rich options like mashed lentils (dal), boiled and mashed spinach, egg yolks, chickpeas, tofu, and fortified cereals. Pair these with small amounts of fruits like mashed papaya or guava (if tolerated) to enhance absorption. Avoid tea and dairy near meals, as they reduce iron absorption. Try iron drops with stool-softening foods: If supplements are necessary, ask your doctor about low-dose iron drops and give foods like prunes, papaya, oats, or warm water to reduce constipation. Cook in an iron kadai (iron pan)—this naturally increases iron in food.
If constipation continues, your pediatrician may recommend a stool softener alongside iron therapy.
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