Patient's question:
My daughter is 7 years old this year. In this year, I noticed that my child is much heavier than other children, and at the same time, her appetite is very large. She doesn't like to go out to play often. Please ask: How should we treat obesity and overweight in children?Doctor's answer:
Once a child develops obesity, parents should first change the situation through exercise and diet. Parents should supervise the child to engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging and swimming, and in terms of diet, the child should eat more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, etc. Foods high in calories like biscuits, macadamia nuts, and small cakes should not be given to the child. Strictly control the child's diet and avoid overeating. Regular exercise is beneficial for changing childhood obesity. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, parents should take the child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment in a timely manner, rather than blindly treating it.