Patient's question:
My little girl is 8 years old. Recently, I noticed that my child's weight is much higher than other children. Additionally, she can eat several bowls of rice in one meal and is particularly lazy. Please advise: How can we effectively treat childhood obesity, especially when the child loves meat?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to improve the symptoms. For pediatric obesity, engaging in more aerobic exercises such as hill climbing and swimming can be beneficial. Vegetables like carrots and spinach also help in reducing obesity. High-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, nuts, and cookies should be avoided. Parents should address the child's reluctance to exercise and picky eating habits in daily life. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the child's obesity symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly and not blindly trust certain medications.