Question
My child has recently had a poor appetite and doesn’t want to eat much. They also have some picky eating habits, and friends say that picky eating is very bad for a child’s health, so I’m very worried. Do I need to see a doctor? What are the general dangers of picky eating in children?
Answer
Hello, the dangers of picky eating in children are quite significant. The main issue is that picky eating is an extremely bad habit that is highly detrimental to growth and development. Picky eating can easily lead to a deficiency in vitamins, and once any vitamin is lacking, it can cause a deficiency syndrome, affecting overall health and recovery from illness. Picky eating can also result in insufficient or excessive intake of certain nutrients, leading to weakened immunity, susceptibility to illness, or excessive obesity, which can severely impact a child’s growth and development. Therefore, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a check-up.