Patient's question:
Boy, just 5 years old, recently, noticed, my child is getting fatter and fatter. Also, he can eat several bowls of rice in one meal, and he likes to lie down after eating. Please ask: How should pediatric obesity be treated.Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to improve the condition. Parents should supervise the child in performing aerobic exercises, such as jogging and swimming. Vegetables rich in dietary fiber, like winter melon and tomatoes, should be consumed in abundance. Avoid letting the child eat high-calorie, high-fat foods, such as hamburgers, French fries, and cookies. Parents should address the child's reluctance to exercise and picky eating habits in daily life. During treatment, parents should closely monitor the child's condition and, if it is severe, seek medical guidance rather than engage in blind treatment.