Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, attending primary school. This year, I noticed that my child has a lot of meat on his body and has been eating more recently. He doesn't want to exercise when I ask him to. Please advise: How should I treat childhood obesity and a lack of interest in vegetables?Doctor's answer:
A child has developed obesity. Parents need to alleviate his symptoms through exercise and a healthy diet. The child should engage in activities suitable for his age, such as swimming and jogging. He should eat more high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes. High-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies should be avoided. Moreover, the child's habit of disliking exercise must be corrected, as it can easily lead to fat accumulation. If the child's condition worsens during the treatment for pediatric obesity, parents should take him to the hospital promptly for treatment under the guidance of a doctor.