My daughter is eating mitti(soil). Can I give cipcal syrup to overcome the deficiency of calcium in her.

Question

Hi! It happens....nothing to worry but if u feel yes there is a limit for everything...so too much intake of soil as well will cause infection or stomach upset or anything possible....so if she is just 4 years of age try to keep a watch of her...do not take her to a place where there is easy access to soil or where she can easily eat soil...instead keep her under your control ..4 years of age yes but as she grows big this disappears...so nothing to worry ..just give her healthy diet like Egg, milk, vegetables, greens, cereals, fruits, and nuts....Nothing to worry just give her more affection and good nutritious food.

With regards,
Psy...MSV.

M Sri Vidhya Venkatesan · Accepted Answer

Hi! It happens....nothing to worry but if u feel yes there is a limit for everything...so too much intake of soil as well will cause infection or stomach upset or anything possible....so if she is just 4 years of age try to keep a watch of her...do not take her to a place where there is easy access to soil or where she can easily eat soil...instead keep her under your control ..4 years of age yes but as she grows big this disappears...so nothing to worry ..just give her healthy diet like Egg, milk, vegetables, greens, cereals, fruits, and nuts....Nothing to worry just give her more affection and good nutritious food.

With regards,
Psy...MSV.

Prof. Jagadeesan M.S. · Answer

Eating soil is called pica. It is a habit disorder which needs to be evaluated by a psychiatrist (who also practises child psychiatry). Kindly consult, and get her out of the habit, as it can cause adult emotional and behavioral problems. Good luck.