Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 3 months old. He recently started feeling pain when swallowing and drinking water, and he has been experiencing severe coughing. It seems like he has a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. Can you tell me what dietary precautions should be taken for children with tonsillitis?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is important to arrange the child’s diet reasonably. Firstly, it is advisable to let the child consume more vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and can help boost their immunity. You can choose fruits like pears, kiwis, and tangerines, which have a cooling and detoxifying effect. The daily diet should be easy to digest, such as congee or noodles. It is necessary to avoid irritant spicy foods and some allergenic foods. Parents should help their children develop good eating habits, maintain hygiene and health, and avoid picky eating and dietary preferences.