Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 3 years old. Recently, I have observed that my child has a lot of meat on her body. Additionally, she can eat several bowls of food in one meal and doesn't like to exercise. Please ask: How should a child with obesity and a meat-eating habit be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should first change their symptoms by increasing their exercise and controlling their diet. You can start by gradually increasing the amount of exercise when the child is doing physical activity, such as jogging—perhaps adding half a lap at a time during regular exercise. Additionally, encourage the child to eat more high-fiber foods, like spinach and carrots. Avoid giving them high-calorie snacks such as macadamia nuts or cookies. In daily life, make sure the child does not eat snacks in bed or lie down immediately after eating, as these unhealthy habits can also lead to fat accumulation. Parents should be reminded that during treatment, if the child’s condition worsens, they must take them to the hospital to diagnose the condition and receive targeted treatment.