India, Feb. 10 -- Children's health is often impacted by factors that parents may not immediately notice, including hidden intestinal parasites. These tiny invaders can interfere with nutrient absorption, stunt growth, and weaken immunity, putting kids at risk for long-term health issues.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sanjeev Ahuja, Director- Paediatrics, Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, Mumbai, with 27 years of experience, sheds light on how these parasites affect children's nutrition, what signs to watch for, and the steps parents can take to protect their little ones. (Also read: Mumbai, Pune oncologists warn 'sitting is the new smoking'; shares how sedentary lifestyle quietly increases cancer risk )

"Parasitic infections ...