Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 9 years old this year. This year, I've noticed that she's getting fatter and fatter. Also, she's been eating more recently and doesn't like to exercise much. I'm asking: What should be done about pediatric obesity and overweight?Doctor's answer:
Childhood obesity can first involve setting exercise goals and modifying the diet for the child. You 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 consumption. In terms of diet, the child should eat more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, and similar foods. The child should avoid high-calorie foods like cakes and macadamia nuts. Strictly control the child's diet to prevent overeating, and regular exercise is beneficial for addressing childhood obesity. During the treatment for childhood obesity, if the above methods do not alleviate the child's symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to investigate the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.