Question
My child is in first grade and always likes to eat clothes during class. What could be the reason? Recently, we had a trace element test, and the zinc level was slightly low. I want to know if there are any other reasons.
Answer
Eating clothes or biting objects is a way that most children explore the world during infancy. If this habit is not corrected early on, it may persist. It’s like some adults who bite their fingernails, but now you can correct this behavior at home when you notice it and tell the child that biting clothes is an unsanitary habit. This should help correct the behavior. Feel free to ask any questions you may have.