Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, attending elementary school. Recently, I have noticed that my child's weight is much higher than other children, and he has a very large appetite. He is also reluctant to exercise. I am asking: How should pediatric obesity with a poor appetite for vegetables be treated?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 encouraging the child to engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing, or swimming. High-fiber vegetables like, and tomatoes should be consumed in greater amounts. Foods high in calories, such as cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes, should not be given to the child. Parents should address the child's reluctance to exercise and picky eating habits in daily life. If the child's condition is severe during the treatment of pediatric obesity, parents should promptly take them to the hospital and seek medical guidance for proper treatment.