Question
My daughter is 3 years old. She just started saying that drinking water hurts her throat, and I noticed that her coughing seems more severe, and now she has a persistent high fever. What are the dietary taboos for children with low-grade fever and tonsillitis?
Answer
Children’s tonsils are prone to inflammation, and once it occurs, it should be checked and treated as soon as possible. For diet, it is recommended to mainly consume light foods such as vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have a cooling and detoxifying effect, and are rich in vitamins that can help boost immunity and resist diseases. For example, the vitamin C in tangerine peel has good anti-inflammatory effects. Daily meals should be chosen for easy digestion, such as congee or noodles. At the same time, one should never feed children with foods that may exacerbate the condition, such as seafood or dog meat, as these are detrimental to the illness. In addition to cooperating with the doctor for the treatment of tonsillitis, parents should also help children develop good eating and living habits to help recover as soon as possible.