Question
My 9-year-old son has recently been experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, slight cough, and persistent high fever. What dietary precautions should be taken when a child has tonsillitis with red and swollen tonsils?
Answer
For children with tonsillitis, it is recommended to start with adjustments to daily diet. It is suggested to have the child consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins that help boost immunity and improve symptoms. For example, fruits like apples and kiwis can help with resolving phlegm, moistening the lungs, and are beneficial for tonsillitis. It is advisable to choose easily digestible foods such as congee and noodles for daily meals, while avoiding foods that may trigger symptoms, such as beef, mutton, dog meat, and seafood. Additionally, in daily life, it is important to help children develop good habits including healthy eating, early to bed and early to rise, and moderate exercise.