Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially experienced a sore throat, accompanied by mild coughing and low-grade fever. What can a child with tonsillitis and a sore throat eat more of?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, the diet should be kept light, focusing mainly on vegetables and fruits. Besides being non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients and can help fight off diseases. Choices can include pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomegranates. For vegetables, green leafy vegetables and tomatoes are good options. For daily meals, opt for easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles. While maintaining a light diet, also avoid foods that may trigger inflammation, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and beef or mutton. Finally, parents should help children develop good living habits, regular work and rest (work and rest ), moderate exercise, and enhance immunity to significantly reduce the incidence of illness.