Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 2 years old. Recently, I noticed that he seems to be getting fatter and is eating more. When I ask him to exercise, he doesn't want to. Please ask: How should pediatric obesity and overweight be treated properly?Doctor's answer:
For children with obvious symptoms of pediatric obesity, parents should encourage them to engage in more exercise and avoid picky eating. They can start by gradually increasing the intensity of the exercise for the child, such as jogging. Instead of running a full lap at once, parents can have the child run half a lap, then another half, gradually increasing the distance. In terms of diet, the child should consume more cucumbers, carrots, spinach, and other low-calorie foods. High-calorie foods like cakes and macadamia nuts should be avoided. Parents should help the child break the habit of being inactive after meals or overeating. During obesity treatment, parents should provide reasonable care based on the child's condition. If the condition is severe, it is essential to take the child to the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.