Question
My daughter is 1 year old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when she spoke, and I noticed she was coughing more severely. Now she has a persistent high fever. What should I pay attention to in her diet when her tonsils are inflamed and she keeps crying?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is recommended for parents to take their child to treatment promptly. In terms of diet, light vegetables and fruits are a good choice during the treatment period. The rich nutritional elements in vegetables and fruits can help boost the child’s immunity, thus aiding in the repair of the tonsils. For fruits, options like pears and apples are suggested, while vegetables like green leafy vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes are also suitable. Choose according to the child’s preferences. It is also recommended to select easily digestible foods, such as porridge or soft noodles, which are suitable for children during treatment. In addition to light eating, it is also advised to eat less of certain irritants, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and mutton and beef. Finally, parents should help children develop good living habits, maintain regular schedules, engage in moderate exercise, and improve immunity to greatly reduce the incidence of diseases.