Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. Recently, for the past few weeks, I've noticed that he seems much heavier than other children, and he's been eating more lately while being less active. Could you please advise on how to treat childhood obesity and laziness?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase their exercise and control their diet to improve the symptoms. They can start by teaching the child to swim. The resistance of water during swimming 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 like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis. High-calorie foods such as nuts and hamburgers should be avoided. Strictly control the child's diet to prevent overeating. Regular exercise is beneficial for addressing child obesity. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, parents should promptly take the child to a reputable hospital for targeted treatment rather than.