Question
A 3-year-old boy has just started experiencing pain when swallowing or drinking water. He has noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when speaking, and he also has a slight fever and lacks energy. What are the dietary tips for children with tonsillitis and swelling?
Answer
During the treatment of tonsillitis, it’s important to provide children with a reasonable diet. First, encourage them to eat more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have cooling and detoxifying properties, are rich in vitamins, and can enhance immunity to resist diseases. For example, pears and apples are fruits that have cooling and anti-inflammatory effects and can be eaten in moderation. In daily meals, choose easily digestible foods such as congee or noodles. Additionally, parents should avoid letting children eat irritant spicy foods. Moreover, it’s important to avoid picky eating habits in the diet to prevent malnutrition and a decrease in resistance, which may lead to recurrence.