Patient's question:
My son, who is 4 years old this year, recently, I noticed that his weight is much heavier than other children. Additionally, he has been getting hungrier lately and is reluctant to exercise. I would like to ask: How can childhood obesity be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
The child is experiencing obesity. Parents should alleviate his symptoms through exercise and a healthy diet. For pediatric obesity, aerobic exercises such as climbing slopes and swimming are recommended. Additionally, the child should eat more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, and other vegetables. It is essential not to let the child consume high-calorie foods like cakes, chips, or Coca-Cola. Furthermore, the child should not sleep immediately after eating or snack while lying on the couch. If the above methods do not alleviate the child's obesity symptoms during treatment, parents should promptly take the child to the hospital to investigate the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.