Question
Dear Baby, she is only 5 months old and just started saying she has a sore throat. It was noticed that her voice sounds a bit hoarse when she speaks, and it seems like she has had a low fever that hasn’t gone away. What are the dietary principles for children with sore throat due to tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, the first dietary consideration is to maintain a light diet, focusing primarily on vegetables and fruits. The main purpose is to supplement vitamins and trace elements to boost immunity and recover quickly. For example, pears, apples, tangerines, kiwis are all good choices. It is recommended to choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as porridge. It is also advised to drink plenty of water. Additionally, it is advisable to eat less or not eat foods like lamb and dog meat. Lastly, parents should help their children develop good living habits, maintain a regular routine, exercise moderately, and enhance immunity to greatly reduce the incidence of disease.