Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. Recently, I noticed that he seems to be getting fatter and can eat several bowls of food at one meal. Even when I ask him to exercise, he is unwilling. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat picky eating and obesity in young children?Doctor's answer:
If you discover that your child has pediatric obesity, you should first arrange appropriate exercise and a healthy diet for them. For pediatric obesity, it's beneficial to engage in more aerobic exercises, such as climbing hills or swimming. During this period, encourage your child to eat vegetables that are beneficial for improving obesity, such as winter melon and green pea paste. Avoid giving them fried chicken, cakes, or other high-fat foods. Help your child break the habit of being inactive after meals or overeating. If the child's obesity symptoms are severe during the treatment, it's essential to seek medical treatment promptly. Don't blindly trust certain medications.