Question
Baby girl, 6 months old, sore throat, severe cough, fever, and lack of spirit. What dietary principles should be followed for a child with tonsillitis and high fever?
Answer
For children with tonsillitis, it is recommended to adjust the daily diet by increasing the intake of fresh vegetables and fruits; light and non-irritating foods rich in nutrition can help fight off the illness, such as pears, apples, tangerines, kiwis, etc.; choose easily digestible foods like well-cooked noodles and congee; drink plenty of plain water, and avoid seafood, dog meat, and other foods that may cause fever; tonsillitis in children can lead to various complications, so timely treatment is necessary to protect the child’s health.