Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and he had a slight cough along with it, and a low-grade fever. What should I pay attention to in the diet for my child with tonsillitis?
Answer
It is recommended to have a light and easy-to-digest diet during the treatment of tonsillitis in children. Eating more fruits and vegetables, which are rich in nutrients and help boost immunity and repair the tonsils, is beneficial. For example, fruits like pears and apples have a cooling and anti-inflammatory effect and are ideal for consumption. Choose easily digestible foods like congee or noodles and avoid eating seafood or dog meat, which can be irritants and may hinder recovery. Parents should help their children develop good eating and living habits to promote a quicker recovery.