Patient's question:
Boy, already 8 years old. In this year, I found that my child's weight is much heavier than other children, and he also eats more food than average kids. Even when I ask him to exercise, he doesn't want to. I am asking: How should I treat a child who is obese and lazy?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should first try to change their symptoms by increasing their physical activity and controlling their diet. Parents can encourage their child to engage in sports that are beneficial for weight loss, such as jogging or swimming. Additionally, they should have the child eat more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. Avoid letting the child consume high-calorie, high-fat foods, such as burgers, fries, and cookies. It is also important not to let the child overeat frequently and to encourage more physical activity. During the treatment for childhood obesity, if the condition is severe, it is recommended that parents take their child to a hospital for a check-up to identify the cause of the obesity and receive targeted treatment.