Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 5 years old and has just started to feel pain when swallowing water. She also seems to have a more severe cough and has a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. I would like to ask: What dietary principles should be followed for a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Tonsillitis is one of the more common diseases, and timely treatment is required. During treatment, it’s important to give children vegetables and fruits, which, in addition to being light and non-irritating, are also rich in nutrients that help fight off diseases. For example, pears are cooling in nature and have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and relieving pain. They can alleviate the discomfort of the throat associated with acute tonsillitis. For staple foods, it’s best to choose something soft and easy to chew, such as congee or noodles, to avoid affecting swallowing or exacerbating constipation and the condition. At the same time, it’s important to avoid giving children foods that may exacerbate symptoms, such as beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood. Paying attention to correct dietary habits is also important; avoid picky eating or dietary preferences to prevent nutritional deficiencies and weakened immunity, which may lead to recurrence.