Question
A 2-year-old boy, at first, said he had a sore throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and now he has a persistent high fever. What are the dietary tips for children with tonsillitis and throat pain?
Answer
Children’s tonsils are prone to inflammation, and once it occurs, it should be checked and treated as soon as possible. It is recommended to have a diet mainly consisting of vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins, which can help improve immunity and resist diseases. Daily meals should be light and easy to digest, such as congee and noodles, and avoid foods such as beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, and irritant foods. Finally, it is important to help children develop good eating habits, avoiding picky eating and partial eating, so that they can receive a balanced diet and reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.