These 7 manifestations are the signal of the baby's "zinc deficiency", which affects intelligence, don't be careless!
In our family, there is a cute little baby named Xiaoyu. She is something that my husband and I have been looking forward to for many years, and we are very attentive to her growth and development. Recently, however, we have seen some signs that are worrying us, and we are beginning to wonder if she is zinc deficient.
Xiaoyu used to be a lively and active child, but lately she has become more and more lazy. She is no longer as active in the outdoors as she used to be, and prefers to stay at home and watch TV. Even when we encourage her to go out and play, she always makes all kinds of excuses to refuse.
My husband and I started to get confused, and we didn't understand why she had lost interest in the things she used to enjoy.
In addition, Xiaoyu's appetite also began to decline. She used to be a foodie and was interested in almost everything. But lately she has become very picky about food choices, only likes to eat some non-nutritious snacks, and has no interest in a balanced diet at all. This made my husband and I even more worried, and we began to wonder if she was growing and developing properly.
In addition, Xiaoyou's ** also has some problems. Her ** became dry and rough, with frequent red rashes and itching sensations.
We've tried a variety of moisturizers but with little effect. Xiao Yu also often complains of cold hands and feet, even indoors. This made us even more worried, and we began to wonder if she was deficient in some important nutrient.
Another troubling sign is that Yo-yo's intellectual development seems to be limited. She used to be a smart and clever child, but recently her academic performance has started to decline. She showed a noticeable decline in both memory and concentration. Our concern grows that she is suffering from a lack of an important nutrient that will lead to limited mental development.
In our worry and confusion, we decided to take Xiaoyu to the doctor. After some examination, the doctor told us that Xiaoyou's problems were most likely caused by zinc deficiency. Zinc is an important mineral necessary for the growth and development of the human body, and it is essential for children's mental development and the health of the immune system.
The doctor prescribed some zinc supplements to Xiao You and advised us to change her diet. We started to provide Xiao Yo with zinc-rich foods such as lean meats, eggs, nuts and seafood. At the same time, we also stepped up outdoor activities and took her to the park to play, so that she could be exposed to the sun and fresh air.
Over time, we gradually saw improvements. Xiaoyu's mental state has improved, and she has regained her interest in the outdoors. Her appetite has also started to pick up, and she is willing to try a variety of different foods instead of just snaking. Her ** gradually returned to a smooth and delicate state, and no longer appeared red rash and itching.
On top of that, Xiaoyu's intellectual development has also begun to improve. Her academic performance has gradually returned to her previous level, and her memory and concentration have improved significantly. We are proud and satisfied with her progress, and we are grateful to the doctors for their help in identifying and resolving her zinc deficiency in a timely manner.
Through this experience, my husband and I have learned the importance of a healthy diet for our children's growth and development. We may not have given it enough attention before, but now we understand its importance. We began to focus on providing a balanced diet for Xiaoyu so that she could develop good eating habits from an early age.
We also hope that other parents can learn from our experience. If you notice signs of laziness, decreased appetite, problems, and limited intellectual development in your child, don't ignore the fact that there may be a lack of an important nutrient. Consult a doctor in time, change your eating habits, and give appropriate supplements to ensure the healthy growth of your child.