Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. In recent weeks, I've noticed that he's becoming fatter and eating more than the average child. He doesn't want to exercise either. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat pediatric obesity and picky eating?Doctor's answer:
Once a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first address the situation through exercise and diet. For pediatric obesity, more aerobic exercises like hill climbing and swimming are recommended. In terms of diet, children should eat more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, and other nutritious foods. Children should avoid high-calorie foods such as cakes and macadamia nuts. It is also important not to let them sleep immediately after eating or snack while lying on the sofa. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, parents should take the child to a formal hospital for targeted treatment. Avoid.