Patient's question:
Boy, just 9 years old. This year, he found that his body was getting fatter and fatter, and at the same time, he could eat several bowls of rice at one meal. He doesn't like to play outside often. Please ask: How should pediatric obesity and a lack of exercise be treated effectively.Doctor's answer:
If you discover that your child has childhood obesity, you should first arrange appropriate exercise and a healthy diet for them. You can start by teaching them to swim, as the resistance of water is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercises, leading to faster fat consumption. You should encourage your child to eat more foods like apples, kiwis, and carrots, while avoiding high-calorie foods such as sunflower seeds and hamburgers. Moreover, if your child likes to lie down after eating, it is essential for parents to help them correct this unhealthy behavior. During the treatment of obesity, parents should provide reasonable treatment based on their child's condition. If the condition is severe, it is crucial to go to the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.