Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 9 years old, recently, feel, my child is getting fatter, also, eat more food than ordinary children, like to lie down after eating, please ask: How can obesity in children be treated effectively.Doctor's answer:
For some children with obvious symptoms of obesity, parents should encourage their children to engage in more physical activity and avoid picky eating. They can start by letting them do aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing, or swimming. In terms of diet, children should eat more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, etc. They must be prohibited from consuming fried foods and dried fruits, as these are high in dry calories and fat. Strictly control the child's diet to prevent overeating, and regular exercise is beneficial for reducing childhood obesity. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if the child's obesity symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly and not blindly trust certain medications.