Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, in primary school. This year, I noticed that my child's weight is much higher than other children's, and they eat more than average kids. They don't usually like to play outside. I am asking: If a child is obese and loves meat, what should be done to treat it effectively.Doctor's answer:
If a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should address the situation through exercise and dietary changes. They can start by encouraging the child to engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging, hill climbing, and swimming. Additionally, the child should consume more fruits rich in vitamin C, such as apples and kiwis. Foods high in calories, like cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes, should be avoided. Moreover, children should not be allowed to lie down and be inactive immediately after meals. During the treatment for obesity, if the above methods do not alleviate the child’s symptoms, it is important to promptly take the child to the hospital to investigate the underlying cause and prevent the condition from worsening.