Question
My son is 5 years old and just started saying that his throat feels sore, and it seems difficult for him to swallow. He also has a low-grade fever. What should I pay attention to in his diet when he has tonsillitis?
Answer
For children with tonsillitis, it is recommended to start with dietary adjustments. Encourage your child to consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, boost their immune system, and recover quickly. When choosing fruits, we suggest opting for those that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins, such as tangerines and kiwis. Additionally, it’s advisable to choose easily digestible foods like porridge or well-cooked noodles, which are very suitable for children during the treatment period. At the same time, be mindful not to let your child picky-eat or have a biased diet, as this may lead to nutritional deficiencies and weaken their resistance, potentially causing a recurrence.