Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 3 years old this year. This year, I noticed that she seems to be getting fatter and eating more food than most children. She is also particularly lazy. I would like to ask: How should I treat pediatric obesity where the child dislikes vegetables?Doctor's answer:
For children with noticeable symptoms of obesity, parents should encourage them to engage in more physical activities and avoid picky eating. Activities like swimming and climbing hills can be very effective in alleviating obesity symptoms. Parents should also provide children with more nutritious foods such as apples, kiwis, and carrots, while avoiding high-calorie, high-fat foods like hamburgers, fries, and cookies. Additionally, children should not be allowed to lie down and be inactive immediately after meals. During the treatment for childhood obesity, if parents notice a severe worsening of the child's condition, they should promptly take them to a hospital to identify the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment.