Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, attending elementary school. In recent weeks, I have noticed that the child is becoming more chubby and is eating more food than usual. He likes to lie down after meals. Please advise: How should childhood obesity with a lack of exercise be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should start by focusing on their child's exercise and diet. Activities like swimming and climbing hills are very effective in alleviating obesity symptoms. Additionally, children should be encouraged to eat more high-fiber foods, such as spinach and carrots, while avoiding high-calorie, high-fat foods like hamburgers, fries, and cookies. It's also crucial to change the child's habit of disliking exercise, as this can easily lead to fat accumulation.During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, parents should take the child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment. Avoid (Blind treatment).