Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. In recent weeks, I have noticed that the child seems to be getting fatter and eating more, and he doesn't like to exercise. How can obesity and overweight in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to alleviate the symptoms. Parents can encourage the child to engage in sports that promote weight loss, such as jogging or swimming, and incorporate more vegetables into their diet, like tomatoes and cucumbers. High-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies should be avoided. Moreover, it's essential to break the child's habit of disliking exercise, as it can lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, parents should take the child to a reputable hospital for targeted treatment and avoid.