Question
My daughter is 4 years old. She just started to have a sore throat, with a relatively severe cough. Now, she has a persistent high fever. What should I pay attention to in terms of diet if my child has tonsillitis and a sore throat?
Answer
If a child develops tonsillitis, it is important to maintain a light diet. Fruits and vegetables should be the mainstay, as many fruits have cooling and detoxifying properties and are rich in vitamins, which can help boost the immune system and resist diseases. For example, the vitamin C in tangerine peel has excellent anti-inflammatory effects. In terms of other foods, it is recommended to choose some soft and easily digestible foods, such as well-cooked noodles and congee, which are good options. However, it is also important to avoid spicy and stimulating foods, as well as certain trigger foods at this stage. While maintaining a proper diet, it is also necessary to avoid picky eating and dietary preferences to prevent nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which may lead to recurrence.