Question
My daughter is 5 years old. She initially felt a sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing and persistent low fever. How should a young child with tonsillitis and sore throat have a reasonable diet?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis in children, the primary consideration is to maintain a light and easy-to-digest diet. It’s recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, which are rich in nutrients and can help boost the child’s immunity and promote the repair of the tonsils. Good choices of ingredients include pears, apples, tangerines, kiwis, etc. It’s suggested to opt for easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles, and to avoid foods that are likely to cause inflammation, such as red meat, poultry, eggs, and seafood. Additionally, it’s important to avoid giving children spicy and irritant food like spicy hotpot. Apart from a healthy diet, children should also be encouraged to maintain good living habits, including going to bed early and waking up early, as well as moderate exercise.