Question

A 2-year-old girl has been feeling unwell recently and has just found out she is sick. She wants to ask: What could be the cause of a baby’s white tongue coating?

Answer

  1. It may be related to breast milk. If the mother consumes foods that cause diarrhea during the breastfeeding period, it may affect the baby who is being breastfed, so attention should be paid to diet. If the white tongue coating is due to diarrhea, there is no need to worry too much; slight adjustments can resolve the issue. At the same time, avoid greasy and high-protein foods, as well as spicy or salty foods. 2. It could be caused by formula, as the baby’s digestive system is not fully developed and has poor absorption of certain ingredients in the formula.