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My son is under weight

2017-02-27 14:35:18
My son is very thin though he eats his food n drinks milk twice everyday. He's a fussy eater n doesn't want to eat on his own. He is in 4th standard. The regular health inspection that happens in school suggested to visit nutritionist.
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I understand your concern. Becoming fussy eater can be due to many reasons. Suggest you to get in touch with any of us with all details of your child with food preferences, timings, weight n height and full day routine to guide you.
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It is not advisable to give any general suggestions in public forum for a growing child. Hope you understand.

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