Question
My son is 7 years old. He recently started complaining about a sore throat when swallowing, accompanied by a slight cough and low-grade fever. How should children with tonsillitis and sore throat have a reasonable diet?
Answer
During the period of tonsillitis, it is recommended to have a light diet. It is advisable to give children more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in nutrients that can help boost the child’s immunity, thereby aiding in the repair of the tonsils. Good choices include pears, apples, tangerines, kiwis, etc. In daily meals, attention should be paid to easy digestion and swallowing, so it is suggested to mainly consume congee and noodles. The noodles must be cooked soft. Additionally, foods that are spicy and irritant, such as spicy hotpot and hotpot, as well as allergenic foods like beef and mutton, seafood, etc., should not be given to children. Lastly, it is also important to help children develop good eating habits.