Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 4 years old. Recently, I've noticed that he seems to be getting fatter and eating more than other children. He also likes to lie down after meals. I'd like to ask: How should pediatric obesity and picky eating be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If you discover that your child has pediatric obesity, you should first arrange reasonable exercise and a healthy diet for them. Plan activities like swimming and jogging within their tolerance level, and encourage them to eat more high-fiber foods such as spinach and carrots. Children should avoid high-calorie foods like cakes and macadamia nuts. Help them correct habits such as disliking movement after eating or overeating. During the treatment for obesity, if the above methods do not alleviate your child's symptoms, it is important to go to the hospital promptly to identify the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.