Patient's question:
Little girl, just 4 years old. In this year, I've observed that my child's weight is much heavier than other children, and her appetite is very large as well. She also doesn't like to exercise. I'm asking: How can I effectively treat child obesity, especially when the child doesn't like to eat vegetables?Doctor's answer:
Changing a child's obesity starts with making them love exercise and being less picky about food. Parents should supervise their children to engage in aerobic exercises like jogging and swimming. Additionally, foods such as carrots and spinach are beneficial in addressing obesity. It is important to prohibit children from eating high-calorie, high-fat foods, such as cakes, nuts, and cookies. Moreover, it is crucial to help children break bad habits, like being inactive after meals and being picky about food. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if a child's obesity symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly and not blindly trust certain medications.