Patient's question:
The child has always been thin, picky about food, and doesn't like to eat meals. They only love snacks. Since we're not around, we can't control it. His grandparents spoil him, buying snacks for him all day. Recently, when the vacation started and he came home to see the child, he was thin as a stick. How should we deal with a child who is underweight?Doctor's answer:
Dear friend, hello, this child's lifestyle habits are very bad. Children must avoid junk food, fast food, and snacks, as they affect the child's appetite. At mealtime, the child may not eat properly, which hinders their growth and development. Snacks are very harmful to children. It is important to let them exercise appropriately, so that their calorie expenditure leads to a sense of hunger, helping them develop the good habit of eating at regular intervals and in appropriate quantities.