Question
Dear Parent, my daughter is currently 8 years old and has just started complaining about a sore throat while swallowing. I’ve noticed she has a slight cough, and now she has a persistent fever. What should I feed her during the treatment for tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
During the treatment for tonsillitis, the child’s diet should primarily be light and easy to digest. It’s advisable to include more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have cooling and detoxifying properties, and are rich in vitamins that can help boost immunity and fight off illness. Choices like pears, kiwis, and tangerines are suitable, as they also have cooling and detoxifying effects. Pay attention to making the food easy to swallow; therefore, porridge and soft noodles are recommended. Avoid feeding the child foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood at this stage. Also, spicy dishes like hotpot should be avoided. In addition to medical treatment, parents should help children develop good dietary and lifestyle habits to aid in an early recovery from tonsillitis.