Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. Recently, I've noticed that he has gained a lot of weight and is eating more than usual. He doesn't seem interested in exercising either. Could you please advise on how to effectively treat childhood obesity?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should first change their symptoms by increasing their physical activity and controlling their diet. Parents can encourage their child to engage in sports that are beneficial for weight loss, such as jogging or swimming. They should also feed their child more high-fiber foods, like spinach and carrots, and avoid giving them high-calorie foods, such as cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes. In daily life, parents should address their child's reluctance to exercise and picky eating habits. If the situation is severe during the treatment of childhood obesity, it is recommended that parents first take their child to a hospital to check the cause of obesity and then receive targeted treatment.