Patient's question:
My daughter is 9 years old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat, and she noticed that her cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, she had been running a low-grade fever. Could you please advise on how to reasonably manage her diet if her tonsils are inflamed and she has no appetite?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the diet should first be kept light. Vegetables and fruits can be the main components, as they are rich in vitamins, which can help boost immunity and alleviate symptoms. We generally recommend choosing fruits that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins, such as kumquats or kiwis. Daily meals should also be easy to digest and swallow, so it's best to focus on foods like thin porridge or noodle dishes. Noodles should be cooked to be very soft. Foods that are considered "dairy products" such as beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, and seafood should be avoided during this time. Of course, this also includes spicy and pungent foods like hot pot or spicy stir-fries. Finally, it's important to help the child develop good eating habits.