Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 1 year old. Recently, in the past few weeks, I feel that she seems to be getting fatter and eating more, and she doesn't like to exercise either. Please ask: How can we treat obesity and a lack of exercise in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase their exercise and control their diet to improve the symptoms. They can start by teaching the child to swim. The resistance of water during swimming is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercises, leading to faster fat consumption. Additionally, they should eat more vegetables, such as tomatoes and cucumbers, and avoid high-fat foods like fried chicken and cakes. Parents should also prevent the child from overeating frequently and encourage them to exercise more. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if parents notice that the child's condition is severe, they should promptly take them to the hospital to identify the underlying causes and receive targeted treatment.