Question
My child is a boy, just over 8 months old, and has recently started showing symptoms of tonsillitis, with a sore throat when talking, accompanied by a slight cough and low fever. What dietary taboos should be considered when caring for an infant with tonsillitis?
Answer
When an infant has tonsillitis, in addition to following the doctor’s treatment plan, diet plays an important role. Here are the dietary precautions for infant tonsillitis:
- Consume plenty of fruits and vegetables: Provide your baby with foods rich in vitamins and trace elements, such as fruits and vegetables, which are usually light and can aid in healing. For example, pears and apples have cooling and anti-inflammatory effects and can be consumed more often.
- Choose easy-to-swallow and digestible foods: Opt for foods that are easy for the baby to swallow and digest, such as thin porridge.
- Avoid stimulating food: Do not let your baby eat spicy or irritating foods, as well as overly greasy foods.
- Cultivate good living habits: Help your baby develop good living habits, including regular sleep schedules and moderate exercise, to enhance immunity and reduce the incidence of illness.