Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 4 years old this year, recently, feels that she is getting fatter. Additionally, she can eat several bowls of rice in one meal. Usually, she doesn't like to go out to play. Please advise: How should I treat obesity and picky eating in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to improve the symptoms. Initially, you can gradually increase the intensity of exercise for the child, such as jogging. Instead of running a full lap at once, start with half a lap and gradually add more distance. Include more high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes. Avoid letting the child eat high-calorie, high-fat foods, such as hamburgers, fries, and cookies. Also, do not let the child overeat frequently and encourage them to exercise more. If the situation is severe during the treatment of childhood obesity, it is recommended that parents first take the child to the hospital for a checkup to determine the cause of the obesity and then receive targeted treatment.