Patient's question:
Girl baby, just 7 years old, this year, found, the child seems to be getting fatter and fatter. Also, recently, she is getting hungrier and hungrier, likes to lie down after meals. Please ask: if the child is obese and picky about food, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should control the child's diet and increase their physical activity. You can start by having them engage in aerobic exercises, such as jogging, climbing, or swimming. Additionally, encourage the child to eat more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. It is important to prohibit the child from consuming fried foods and dried fruits, as these are high in empty calories and fat. Moreover, the child's habit of disliking exercise must be corrected, as it can lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if the condition is severe, it is recommended that parents first take the child to the hospital for a checkup to determine the cause of obesity before starting targeted treatment.