ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist2 years agoA. dear mum, eating soil 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.
Nihita mittalMom of a 7 yr 9 m old boy2 years agoA. good evening this can happen because of some deficiency in the body I would recommend that you should try to give your child vitamin supplement this will help to make sure that the child is not having any problem
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