Question
My son is 1 year old, and he recently has a sore throat, slight cough, and high fever. What are the dietary precautions when a child’s tonsils are red and swollen?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is important to arrange an appropriate diet for the child. You can give them more vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, enhance immunity, and alleviate symptoms. For example, you can let the child eat pears as they are cool, can reduce fever, moisten the throat, dissolve phlegm, and relieve pain associated with tonsillitis. For staple foods, choose soft ones like congee or noodles to avoid affecting swallowing or worsening the condition. At the same time, avoid spicy and irritant foods. Additionally, help the child develop healthy living habits, including healthy eating, going to bed early and waking up early, and moderate exercise.