Question
Lately, the child has been in good spirits but doesn’t want to eat. Previous treatment situation and effects: The child used to have a good appetite and would eat well, but now they only drink rice porridge and milk powder, and sometimes they eat just a couple of bites and stop. They drink well; what kind of help can I get? Please tell me what to do?
Answer
It might be due to improper feeding leading to indigestion. Or it could be that too much snacking and sweet foods have weakened the spleen and stomach function. Most babies go through this kind of situation; pay attention to having the baby eat less snacks, maintain good habits during dinner time, and give the baby some appetizing foods. According to your description, it might be due to a lack of zinc causing anorexia; you can give oral zinc preparations. In addition, you can also provide nutritional foods; eat more animal products.