Question
My son is 8 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed he was coughing more severely, and it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. I would like to ask: What kind of food can a child with tonsillitis eat to relieve discomfort?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, the diet should first be kept light, focusing mainly on vegetables and fruits. These foods are not only rich in vitamins and trace elements that can help boost the immune system but are also relatively light. For example, the peel of tangerines contains a lot of vitamin C, which is very effective in reducing inflammation. It is also recommended to choose foods that are easy to digest, such as porridge or noodles cooked until soft, which are very suitable for children during the treatment period. At the same time, it is absolutely forbidden to give them foods that may exacerbate the condition, such as seafood or dog meat, as these can be detrimental to the illness. In daily life, it is also important to help children develop good habits, in addition to healthy eating, including going to bed early and waking up early, and engaging in moderate exercise.