Question

What are the dietary restrictions for infants and young children with tonsillitis?

Answer

For children suffering from tonsillitis, it is recommended to start with daily dietary adjustments. Encourage your child to consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, as they are not only light but also rich in various vitamins and trace elements needed by the body, which can help them fight off the illness. For example, you can choose fruits like pears, kiwis, and tangerines, which also have the function of clearing heat and detoxifying. Additionally, daily meals should include easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles. While maintaining a light diet, it’s also important to reduce the intake of foods that may cause inflammation, such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and beef and mutton. Lastly, help your child develop good eating habits.