Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. He just started to feel a sore throat when talking, and his voice sounds a bit hoarse. He also has a low-grade fever. What are the dietary restrictions for children with tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
Children’s tonsils are prone to inflammation, and it is important to seek examination and treatment as soon as possible once it occurs. For diet during the fever period, it is recommended to mainly consume light vegetables and fruits. Vegetables and fruits are rich in nutrients that can enhance a child’s immunity, such as apples and kiwis, which have the effects of resolving phlegm and moistening the lungs, which are very helpful for tonsillitis. Additionally, choose easily digestible foods such as congee, cooked noodles, and dumpling skins. Avoid giving children beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood during the fever period, as these may cause allergies. Also, do not let children eat spicy and irritant food like spicy hotpot. Furthermore, parents should pay attention to cultivating good eating habits in children, maintaining hygiene and health, and avoiding picky eating or preference for certain foods.