Question
Dear parents, our daughter, currently 8 years old, has recently been experiencing symptoms such as a sore throat, severe cough, fever, and lack of energy. She might have developed tonsillitis with swelling. What foods should children avoid during this period?
Answer
Common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis include a sore throat, severe cough, fever, and lack of energy. During treatment, it is advisable to avoid eating spicy or irritant foods such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, beef, and mutton. The diet should mainly consist of light and easily digestible vegetables and fruits. For instance, pears have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and relieving pain. They can alleviate discomfort in the throat. Additionally, choosing easily digestible foods like porridge or well-cooked noodles can also help the child recover. Developing good eating habits is also very important.