Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially experienced a slight sore throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and it seemed like he had a low fever that never went away. How should children with sore throat due to tonsillitis have a reasonable diet?
Answer
For children with sore throat due to tonsillitis, it is recommended to start with daily diet adjustments. Encourage the child to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, which are not only rich in vitamins and trace elements but also help improve immunity and are relatively light. For example, the peel of tangerines is rich in vitamin C and has good anti-inflammatory effects. Children should choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as congee, which is a good choice. At the same time, try to avoid giving children foods that may exacerbate the symptoms, such as beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood. In addition, help children develop good habits, including healthy eating, early to bed and early to rise, and appropriate exercise.