Food Selectivity
Food selectivity is a pattern in which a person, often a child, accepts only a very limited variety of foods and rejects many others because of their taste, texture, color, or presentation.
How it shows up: A marked refusal to try new foods, very restricted diets, and tension at mealtime may be observed.
When to see a doctor? It is reasonable to consult when eating is so limited that growth, weight, or nutrient intake becomes a concern.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician assesses food selectivity and, depending on the case, the pediatric gastroenterologist or the neonatologist collaborates. If meals become a constant source of conflict or worry, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional.
Data on 18 doctors who treat food selectivity
Specialties that treat food selectivity
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in food selectivity
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dra. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dra. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Dra. Maria Eugenia Chang Gonzalez
Frequently asked questions
What is food selectivity?
Food selectivity is a pattern in which a person, often a child, accepts only a very limited variety of foods and rejects many others because of their taste, texture, color, or presentation.
Which doctor treats food selectivity?
Food Selectivity is usually treated by specialists in pediatric gastroenterologist, neonatologist, pediatrician, pediatric gastroenterologist.