How should pediatric obesity and overweight be treated?

Patient's question:
Doctor's answer: Once a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first address the issue through exercise and dietary changes. Encourage the child to engage in physical activities suitable for their age, such as swimming or jogging. Give them more foods like apples, kiwis, and carrots, while strictly avoiding high-calorie and high-fat foods, such as cakes, nuts, and cookies. Control their diet rigorously to prevent overeating. Regular exercise is beneficial for reducing obesity in children. If the condition worsens during the treatment of childhood obesity, it is recommended that parents first take the child to a hospital for a check-up to determine the cause of obesity before starting targeted treatment.