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 a hospital examination, 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, there are three meals a day—breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Those who have the condition can add a mid-meal snack in the morning and afternoon. Eating at regular times can enhance appetite.Two: Eat more vegetables and fruits, and consume less fatty meat. Vegetables and fruits contain vitamins and fiber, which can maintain regular bowel movements. If children refuse to eat vegetables, chop them into small pieces and make vegetable dumplings, vegetable and meat dumplings, vegetable puree, or vegetable soup. Educate children to develop a habit of eating vegetables.
Three: Carbohydrates such as rice, noodles, steamed buns, porridge, and pasta should be the main diet. Excessive consumption of mixed foods may affect appetite and lead to nutritional disorders.
Four: Avoid fried, spicy, greasy, pungent, or other stimulating foods, as well as hard-to-digest foods. Children's constitutions are often hot, and consuming fried or other pungent foods may easily cause heat-related illnesses.