Question
My 8-year-old daughter is experiencing a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and fever. What should she eat during the treatment for tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, the diet should be light and primarily include vegetables and fruits, with the vitamin C in tangerine peels having anti-inflammatory properties. Foods should be easy to digest, such as congee and noodles, and plenty of plain water should be consumed. It’s best to avoid beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood. Developing good eating habits and avoiding picky eating can help reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.