Patient's question:
My boy, who is 5 years old this year, has been observed to have a lot of flesh on him. Additionally, he has been eating more recently and doesn't want to exercise when asked. Here are some questions: How to treat picky eating in child obesity?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should control their child's diet and increase their physical activity. They can start by teaching the child to swim, as the resistance of water during swimming is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercises, leading to faster fat burning. Additionally, foods like carrots and spinach are helpful in addressing obesity. High-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, nuts, and cookies should be avoided. Moreover, children should not be allowed to lie down motionless after meals. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the condition is severe, it is recommended that parents first take their child to the hospital for a checkup to determine the cause of obesity before starting targeted treatment.