Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. The initial symptoms were a sore throat when speaking, a hoarse voice, and accompanied by a low fever. During the treatment for tonsillitis, how should I plan my child’s diet?
Answer
During the treatment for tonsillitis, it is important to arrange your child’s diet carefully. Firstly, encourage your child to eat more vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, boost their immunity, and accelerate recovery. For example, pears, apples, tangerines, and kiwis are good choices. For staple foods, opt for softer options like congee or noodles, which are easy to swallow and help prevent constipation and exacerbating the condition. At the same time, avoid giving your child foods like beef, mutton, poultry eggs, seafood, and other irritants, as well as spicy and hot foods like spicy soup or hotpot. Parents should also help children develop good eating habits, maintain hygiene, have a balanced diet, and avoid picky eating or dietary preferences.