Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that his cough seemed more severe. He also had a low-grade fever. What dietary taboo should be avoided when a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
It is important to treat tonsillitis promptly. Additionally, daily diet should include more vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, boost immunity, and promote recovery. For example, the peel of tangerines contains abundant vitamin C, which has good anti-inflammatory effects. In terms of food selection, it is suitable to choose easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles, and avoid spicy and irritant foods that can trigger allergies. Parents should help children develop healthy eating habits, maintain hygiene and health, and avoid picky eating and selective eating.