Patient's question:
Son, who is already 7 years old, recently, I have noticed that my child's weight is much higher than other children, and at the same time, he eats more food than the average child. He likes to lie down after finishing his meal. I would like to ask: How should pediatric obesity and overweight be treated effectively.Doctor's answer:
Changing a child's obesity starts with making them love exercise and not being picky eaters. You can first teach the child to swim, as the resistance of water during swimming is much greater than the resistance of air during land-based exercise, leading to faster fat burning. Additionally, eat more vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, etc. Do not give children high-calorie snacks such as macadamia nuts or cookies. Moreover, if the child prefers to lie down after eating, parents must help them correct this bad behavior. During obesity treatment, parents should provide reasonable care based on the child's condition. If the condition is severe, it is essential to go to the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.