Patient's question:
At the age of one, it was discovered that the child could not stand or walk normally like other children, and it was also difficult for their hands to open. They did not communicate with anyone, and eating was also a challenge. After being examined at the hospital, it was found that the child had cerebral palsy. The doctor recommended that in addition to normal treatment, special attention should be paid to their diet. How should children with cerebral palsy be fed?Doctor's answer:
One: Meals should be taken at fixed times. Generally, eat three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Those who have the condition can add a snack in the morning and afternoon. Eating at regular times can increase appetite.Two: Eat more vegetables and fruits, and less fatty meats. Vegetables and fruits contain vitamins and fiber, which can keep bowel movements regular. If children refuse to eat vegetables, you can chop them into small pieces and make vegetable dumplings, vegetable meat dumplings, vegetable paste, or vegetable soup. Educate children to develop the habit of eating vegetables.
Three: Carbohydrates such as rice, noodles, steamed buns, porridge, and pasta should be the main food. Too much mixed food can affect appetite and lead to nutritional disorders.
Four: Avoid fried, spicy, greasy, pungent, and other stimulating foods, as well as hard-to-digest foods. Children's constitutions are often hot, and eating fried or other pungent foods can easily cause heat-related illnesses.