Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 9 years old. Recently, for the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that my child seems to be getting fatter and eating seems to be particularly uncontrolled. She likes to lie down after eating. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric obesity and laziness?Doctor's answer:
For some children with obvious symptoms of obesity, parents should encourage their children to engage in more physical activity and avoid picky eating. They can start by having them do aerobic exercises, such as jogging, climbing, or swimming. Additionally, they should consume more fruits rich in vitamin C, like apples and kiwis. Children should avoid high-calorie foods such as cakes and macadamia nuts. It is also important to change the child's habit of disliking exercise, as this can easily lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if parents notice that the child's condition is severe, they should promptly take them to the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.