What to Pay Attention to in Diet When a Baby Has a Sore Throat

Question

Dear Mom, my baby girl is only 6 months old and just started to complain about pain when swallowing. I noticed she seems to have difficulty swallowing and has been running a slight fever. What should I pay attention to in her diet when she has a sore throat?

Answer

Diet is also very important during the treatment of a sore throat. I suggest giving your child more vegetables and fruits. The reason for this is to supplement vitamins and trace elements, which help boost immunity and promote a quick recovery. You can choose fruits like pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomegranates. For vegetables, green leafy vegetables and tomatoes are good options. You can also opt for easily digestible foods for your child, such as slightly thinner porridge or well-cooked noodles. Avoid giving your child foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood at this stage. Of course, this also includes spicy and irritant foods like spicy hotpot. Complications of pediatric sore throat can be very harmful to the child’s health, so parents must help their children receive proper treatment.