Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 6 years old. Recently, over the past few weeks, I've noticed that she's getting fatter and eating more, and she doesn't like to exercise much. I'd like to ask: How should I deal with her obesity and picky eating?Doctor's answer:
Once a child suffers from obesity, parents should first change the situation through exercise and diet. Parents need to supervise the child to do aerobic exercises such as jogging and swimming, and let the child eat more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. They should not give the child high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies. Moreover, they should not let the child lie down motionless after eating. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the child's condition is severe, parents should promptly take the child to the hospital for treatment under the guidance of a doctor.