Question
My daughter is 6 years old. She has just started to feel a sore throat when she speaks, and I’ve noticed her coughing seems more severe. Additionally, she’s been a bit feverish. I would like to know, what can children with swollen throat due to tonsillitis eat more?
Answer
During the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, it is recommended to maintain a light diet. It is advisable to give children more vegetables and fruits. The reason for encouraging children to eat more vegetables and fruits is mainly to supplement vitamins and trace elements to help boost their immunity and recover quickly. When choosing fruits, we generally recommend selecting those with neutral properties and rich in vitamins, such as tangerines and kiwis. For daily meals, it’s best to go for light, easy-to-digest, and easy-to-swallow foods like congee and noodles. At the same time, it’s crucial not to feed them spicy foods like seafood and dog meat, as these can be detrimental to the condition. In addition to following the doctor’s advice, parents should also help children develop good dietary and lifestyle habits to aid in an early recovery.