Question
My son is 8 years old, and recently his voice has been a bit hoarse. He also says that his throat feels painful when he drinks water or swallows, and he looks a bit feverish and lacks energy. I want to know what dietary precautions should be taken when he has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child shows signs of tonsillitis, the following dietary adjustments are recommended:
- Maintain a light diet: Focus on vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and trace elements to boost immunity. For instance, pears have the effects of reducing fever, soothing the throat, resolving phlegm, and alleviating pain, which can help relieve throat discomfort caused by acute tonsillitis.
- Easy to digest: Provide porridge, noodles, and other easily digestible foods.
- Avoid irritating foods: Avoid spicy and hot foods such as beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, as well as spicy dishes like hotpot during this stage.
- Cultivate good habits: In addition to following the doctor’s treatment plan, parents should help children develop good dietary and lifestyle habits to aid in a quicker recovery.