A member asked:

My 2nd child is 5yrs 13kg y does he don't gain wg.......fr1yr he increasd only 1kg ..drink apple juice evryday, his intake of food is normal he active?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Slow growth time: The important thing is how he has been growing over time. Has he always been on the small side in his weight? Many kids (2-8 yr olds) grow slowly, only 3-4lbs/year at this age. Limit juice to 6oz/day and give more healthy foods. If he's growing on his own curve, active and healthy, just check with your doctor to see if the growth rate is normal for his age.

Answered 2/18/2014

4.4k views

Thank
Dr. Shah Chowdhury answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

POOR WEIGHT GAIN:: Average 5 year old weighs 18 kg or 40 pounds. He should eat a balanced diet in moderate amount comprising of vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, egg, milk, etc., and 6-8 glasses of water. Need to eat 6 times/day: breakfast, lunch, diner and 3 snacks in between. I don't understand why apple juice has become important here. Let him eat combination of fruits in moderate amount, more protein, no juice.

Answered 9/28/2016

4.4k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Does drinking apple juice help acid reflux?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

If I'm on a diabetic diet can I drink apple juice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can you drink apple juice the day before a sigmoidoscopy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer