Is Your Child Always Tired? Nutritionist Shares What Their Body Might Be Telling You

Every parent wants their child to be active, cheerful and full of energy. But sometimes, even when kids seem to eat well, they might still look tired, dull, or uninterested in food. This can leave parents puzzled – after all, isn't a balanced diet enough? The truth is, children can still face micronutrient deficiencies even if their meals appear healthy. On Sunday, nutritionist Lovneet Batra shared a video on Instagram addressing exactly this concern. She explained that when children often look dull, tired, cranky, or show little interest in food, it might not just be a behavioural issue – it could be their body's way of signalling that something is missing nutritionally.

“If your child looks dull, tired and simply not interested in food, it might not be just a behaviour, but also a nutritional deficiency,” she said in the clip. Lovneet then went on to explain how specific signs in children can be linked to certain nutrient deficiencies and how parents can fix them through simple food additions.

Here is a quick breakdown of what she shared:

1. If Your Child Feels Tired Or Has Low Appetite

The nutritionist pointed out that constant tiredness and low appetite could be a sign of iron deficiency. Iron helps carry oxygen to every cell, and when it is low, kids may feel sluggish or distracted even after proper rest. She suggested adding kala chana, ragi and amaranth to their meals.

2. If Your Child Catches Colds Frequently

When a child falls sick too often or takes longer to heal from minor cuts, it might be due to low zinc levels. Zinc plays a key role in boosting immunity, healing wounds and even maintaining the sense of taste and smell. To tackle this, Lovneet recommended adding white chana, cashews and pumpkin seeds to the diet.

3. If Recovery From Illness Is Slow

If your child looks pale or takes too long to bounce back from illness, the issue could be selenium deficiency. Selenium supports energy, healthy skin and recovery. Foods like walnuts, whole eggs and sesame seeds are great natural sources, Lovneet Batra explained.

The nutritionist also reminded parents that even meals that appear balanced can sometimes lack crucial micronutrients. These small nutritional gaps, she said, “can make a big difference in how children feel day-to-day.”

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Lovneet Batra's message was simple yet powerful, pay attention to the subtle signs. If your child is constantly tired, cranky, or falling sick too often, it might be time to take a closer look at what is missing from their plate.

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