Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 6 months old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when talking, noticed it accompanied by slight coughing, and has been a bit feverish. What dietary precautions should be taken for a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Tonsillitis is one of the more common diseases, and timely treatment is important. While treating the condition, it is recommended to give children some vegetables and fruits, which are not only light and non-irritating but also rich in nutrients that help combat the disease. Fruits like pears and apples have cooling and anti-inflammatory properties and can be eaten more. For daily meals, it should be mainly light, easy to digest, and easy to swallow, such as congee or noodles, which are very good options. At the same time, it is important to avoid giving children foods that may exacerbate the symptoms, such as beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood. In addition to following the doctor’s treatment plan, parents should also help children develop good dietary and living habits to aid in an early recovery.