Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. Recently, I've noticed that his weight is much higher than other children's, and he's been eating more and getting less active lately. Could you please advise on how to treat childhood obesity and inactivity?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to improve the condition. Parents can first teach the child to swim, as the resistance of water is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercises, leading to faster fat burning. During this period, the child should consume more foods such as cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis. High-calorie foods like nuts and hamburgers should be avoided. Strictly control the child's diet to prevent overeating. Regular exercise is beneficial for addressing childhood obesity. If the child's obesity symptoms are severe during treatment, parents should take them to a regular hospital for targeted treatment and avoid.