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2025-12-09 12:28:56
Is it normal for kids to crave sweet? Or is it sign for some underlying issue? Do I need to worry? Kindly help
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Yes, part of behavioural development. You just don't need to approve of their needs everytime.

Answered2025-12-11 17:17:34

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Very much normal

Answered2025-12-11 14:58:39

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Yes it is normal to crave sweets, but pls try to avoid outside sweets as much as possible for children less than 2 y as it is now found to have long term effects later in life

Answered2025-12-13 10:32:47

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Its normal.

Answered2025-12-11 14:48:16

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