Question
My son (a 9-year-old boy) has recently developed symptoms of tonsillitis, often crying and fussing. What should I pay attention to in his diet? He has a fever, cough, and sore throat. How can I help alleviate his symptoms through diet?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, in addition to seeking timely medical treatment, it’s also important to pay attention to dietary adjustments. Here are some suggestions:
- Consume plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables: These are rich in vitamins that can help boost the immune system and improve symptoms. It is recommended to choose fruits like pears, apples, tangerines, and kiwis.
- Eat light and easy-to-digest foods: Choose foods that are easy on the stomach, such as congee and noodles.
- Avoid irritating foods:Eat less foods that may cause discomfort, such as poultry eggs, horse meat, beef and lamb.
- Prevent complications: Tonsillitis in children can lead to complications that affect their health. Therefore, parents must assist their children in receiving proper treatment and always be attentive to their child’s symptoms.