ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist1 Year agoA. dear mum eating non food items is known as Pica
causes maybe related to nutritional deficiency is like zinc or iron so consult doctor and give 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
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 11 m old girl1 Year agoA. hi
it means pica
which means nutritional deficiencies
you need to visit your pediatrician
please give iron and calcium rich diet more
give Sunlight atleast 20 minutes a day which is best natural source of vitamin D
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