Patient's question:
My boy is 4 years old this year. In this year, I noticed that my child is getting fatter and eating several bowls of rice at one meal. He is also very lazy. Could you please tell me: how should we treat childhood obesity and picky eating?Doctor's answer:
When a child's body becomes overweight, parents should create a physical activity plan and a healthy diet for them. For pediatric obesity, more aerobic exercises such as hill climbing and swimming are recommended. Additionally, children should be encouraged to eat more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. Fatty foods such as fried chicken and cakes should be avoided. Moreover, parents should help children correct bad habits, such as becoming inactive after eating or being picky eaters. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the child's obesity symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly. Do not blindly trust certain medications.