Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: My child is now 3 years and 3 months old. Before the age of one, her physical condition was very good, and her appetite was also good. However, after the age of one, she often got sick, and her appetite gradually became poor. Until now, she can only ensure the intake of milk every day, and she eats very little staple food, and her developmental indicators are just meeting the standard. We have tried many folk remedies and try our best not to give her snacks, but none of them worked. We have also given her many appetizing foods and medications, but there has been no improvement. What should we do?First follow-up question: However, we have already made every effort to enrich her meal options and variety. We often ask her what she wants to eat.
Doctor's answer:
The baby has been picky and fussy about food for a long time. Children's diet should ensure daily nutritional intake while being enjoyable. The main components of a child's diet should be meals and vegetables, with other foods serving as supplementary snacks in small quantities. If this order is reversed, it will inevitably affect the intake of essential proteins, vitamins, and trace elements. Not only does it easily lead to unhealthy eating habits in children, such as pickiness, fussy eating, and overeating, but it also hinders the nutritional balance of children.