Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water, and found it a bit difficult to swallow. He also had a slight fever and was not very energetic. Please ask: What dietary precautions should be taken when a child is uncomfortable with tonsillitis?
Answer
It is essential to treat tonsillitis promptly in children. In addition to this, daily diet can include more vegetables and fruits, as they are rich in vitamins, which help boost the immune system. Choices can include pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomegranates. For vegetables, green leafy vegetables and tomatoes are good options. Daily diet should also focus on easy-to-digest and easy-to-swallow foods. Therefore, it is recommended to mainly consume porridge and soft noodles. It is also suggested to drink plenty of water. Additionally, it is advisable to eat less or no mutton, dog meat, and other stimulating foods. For the treatment of tonsillitis, in addition to following the doctor’s advice, parents should also help children develop good eating and living habits to aid in early recovery.