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My child is eating soil. what is the reason behind that and how to avoid it
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AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 9 m old boy3 years agoA. Hi mom
Eating soil, wall paint, chalk etc is pica in babies. This is due to nutrient deficiency.
For this you need to consult your doctor for the same as he will prescribe supplements after the proper evaluation of the baby.
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shilpi BhandariMom of 2 children3 years agoA. hello Mom if you child is eating soil and licking walls for eating pebbles or chalks that means he is having some deficiency and that is because of the deficiency of the calcium so you need to consult with the doctor for the supplement and give him diet which is rich in calcium liked paneer milk yogurt buttermilk
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