Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 7 months old, just started, a little sore throat, found, accompanied by mild cough, and it seems like low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Question: What are the dietary principles for children with tonsillitis and crying?Doctor's answer:
While treating children's tonsillitis, attention should also be paid to diet. Generally, it is recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables, as these foods are not only light and non-irritating but also rich in nutrients, which helps in resisting the disease. For example, the rind of mandarin oranges is rich in vitamin C, which has a good anti-inflammatory effect. It is also recommended to choose easily digestible foods, such as porridge or well-cooked noodles, which are suitable for children during the treatment. Foods like beef, lamb, poultry eggs, and seafood, which are considered "dampness-inducing" in traditional Chinese medicine, should be avoided during this period. Of course, this also includes and spicy foods like spicy hotpot or hotpot. Finally, parents should help children develop good habits, maintain a regular schedule, engage in appropriate exercise, and boost their immunity, which can significantly reduce the incidence of the disease.