Question
My daughter is 5 years old. Initially, she had a slight pain in her throat, and it seemed difficult to swallow. She has also been slightly feverish. What dietary considerations should be taken when a child has tonsillitis and loss of appetite?
Answer
It is recommended that parents take their child to receive treatment promptly if they have tonsillitis. In terms of diet, vegetables and fruits are more suitable choices during the healing process. Besides being light and non-irritating, these foods are also rich in nutrients, which can help fight off diseases. For instance, the vitamin C in tangerine peel has excellent anti-inflammatory properties. Daily meals should include easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to avoiding giving their child spicy and irritant foods. Lastly, it is important to help children develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating and selective eating, so that they can receive a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.