Question
A nine-year-old boy is experiencing sore throat, severe cough, and persistent low-grade fever, suspected of having tonsillitis. In this situation, how should one pay attention to the child’s diet?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it is recommended that children’s daily diet be light and easy to digest, with an emphasis on vegetables and fruits. These foods are rich in vitamins and trace elements, and are gentle in nature, aiding in the treatment of the disease. It is suggested to choose fruits that are neutral in taste and rich in vitamins, such as tangerines and kiwis. The diet should consist of easily digestible foods like congee or noodles. It is advisable to avoid giving beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, and other irritant foods, as well as spicy and irritant food like spicy hotpot. Additionally, attention should be paid to prevent the child from being picky or having a preference for certain foods, as this may lead to nutritional imbalance, reducing resistance and increasing the risk of recurrence.