Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking and finds it a bit difficult to swallow. Moreover, he has a persistent high fever. What dietary precautions should be taken for a child with tonsillitis discomfort?
Answer
While treating a child’s tonsillitis, dietary considerations are also crucial. It is generally recommended to give children more fruits and vegetables, as many fruits have a cooling and detoxifying effect and are rich in vitamins, which can help boost their immunity and resist diseases. For fruits, options like pears and apples are suggested, while vegetables like green leafy vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes are also good choices. You can choose according to the child’s preferences. For daily meals, it should be light, easy to digest, and good for swallowing, such as congee and noodles. Additionally, avoid giving children spicy and stimulating foods like spicy hotpot and avoid allergenic foods like beef and mutton, seafood, etc. Also, be mindful to help correct the child’s bad habits of picky eating and anorexia to ensure comprehensive nutrient absorption.