My son lost interest in food

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Hi doctor my son is 18 th months old he lost interest in food . He refusing whatever he likes before . Weight is 21lbs . Hardly having food .plz help me

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Dr. S. Vani

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21 lbs for 18 months is normal. This age they would love to explore many things . Playing may take priority. Don’t force him if he is active and playful don’t worry. Give him nutritional foods even less quantity but high calorie and food he likes

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Dr. Prashanth Reddy Kandi Pediatrician 9 yrs exp Warangal · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prashanth Reddy Kandi

Pediatrician 9 yrs exp Warangal

During second year children will have more interest in playing and exploration. Encourage group or family eating. Change menu with different items. Give 3 meals nad 3 snacks with 3hours gap inbetween