Patient's question:
Boy, already 9 years old. Recently, it was found that the child seems to be getting fatter, while he can eat several bowls of rice at one meal and doesn't like to exercise. Please ask: How should the child's obesity and aversion to vegetables be treated?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to improve the condition. First, parents can gradually increase the intensity of the exercise for the child, such as jogging. Instead of running a full circle at once, they can start by running half a circle and gradually increase the distance. Additionally, the child should eat more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. It is essential to strictly prohibit the child from consuming high-calorie foods such as cakes and chestnuts. Moreover, avoid letting the child lie down after meals without moving around. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the condition is severe, parents are advised to take the child to the hospital for a check-up to determine the underlying cause of obesity and receive targeted treatment.