Question
My son is 2 years old. He’s just started to feel pain in his throat when drinking water, and I’ve noticed that he’s been coughing quite severely, and he’s had a slight fever. What kind of reasonable diet should I follow for my child who has tonsillitis and is crying and restless?
Answer
During the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, it is recommended to maintain a light diet. You can give your child more vegetables and fruits, as many fruits have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and are rich in vitamins that can help boost immunity and resist diseases. For example, the vitamin C in tangerine peel has good anti-inflammatory effects. It is advisable to choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as congee, which is a good option. During this stage, avoid giving your child foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood, as well as spicy and irritant foods like spicy hotpot. At the same time, also pay attention to helping your child correct the bad habits of picky eating and aversion to food to ensure comprehensive absorption of nutrition.