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Father of a 3 yr 10 m old girl1 Year ago

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My child is having this habit of eating lime from walls, sucking thumb, etc.? What is the reason and what to do?

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. 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

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