Question
Children often suffer from heat and constipation issues. How should their diet be adjusted to effectively alleviate constipation symptoms?
Answer
Based on the description, the child may be going through a “storing belly” phase. If the child does not exhibit abnormal symptoms such as constant crying, inability to sleep, and does not have hard stools, abdominal pain, or nausea and vomiting, and is in good spirits, then having a bowel movement every two days is normal. It is recommended to add a moderate amount of digestive foods to their daily feeding, such as banana juice and carrot juice. If the child’s constipation symptoms are severe, consider seeking treatment from a pediatric massage therapist in traditional Chinese medicine, as this method has significant effects. However, do not administer medication to children arbitrarily, as drug side effects may affect their growth and development.