Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, in elementary school. Recently, he has noticed that the child is getting fatter and fatter. Also, he can eat several bowls of rice in one meal and doesn't like to exercise. Please ask: How should obesity and overweight in children be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
To address childhood obesity, it starts with getting the child to love exercise and avoid being picky about food. You can begin by teaching them to swim, as the resistance of water during swimming is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercises, leading to faster fat burning. During this period, the child should consume some vegetables that are beneficial for improving obesity, such as winter melon and green pea puree. The child should not eat high-calorie foods like cakes or macadamia nuts. Additionally, do not let the child lie down motionless immediately after meals. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if parents notice a severe condition in their child, they should promptly take them to the hospital to identify the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment.