Question
My daughter is 5 years old and has recently been experiencing a sore throat, severe cough, and persistent high fever. What should be the reasonable diet for a child with difficulty swallowing due to tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, the first priority is to seek medical attention promptly. Parents can encourage their child to eat more vegetables and fruits, as these foods help cool the body and expel toxins, and are rich in vitamins to boost immunity. It is recommended to choose fruits like pears and apples, as well as vegetables like green leafy vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes, based on the child’s preferences. Daily meals should be easy to digest, with porridge and noodles being the main choices, with noodles cooked soft. Additionally, it is advisable to avoid allergenic foods such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and beef and mutton. Finally, help the child develop good eating habits.