Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. Recently, he has noticed that his child is getting fatter and eating more. He doesn't like to play outdoors as much. He asks: How should childhood obesity with a preference for meat be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should control their child's diet and increase their physical activity. Parents should supervise their child to engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging and swimming. Additionally, foods like carrots and spinach are helpful in combating obesity, while high-calorie foods like cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes should be avoided. Moreover, if a child tends to lie down after eating, parents must help them correct this unhealthy behavior. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if the child's obesity symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly and avoid blindly trusting certain medications.