Question
What are the dietary restrictions for children with tonsillitis and low fever?
Answer
While treating a child’s tonsillitis, diet also needs to be given sufficient attention. It is recommended to have children eat more fruits and vegetables as they are light, rich in various vitamins and trace elements, and help in fighting off diseases. For instance, pears are cooling, can help reduce fever, moisten the throat, resolve phlegm, and alleviate pain, which is beneficial for alleviating the discomfort of acute tonsillitis. It is advisable to choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as congee. Parents should also pay attention not to let children eat spicy and spicy food, cultivating good habits including healthy eating, early to bed and early to rise, and moderate exercise.