Question
A four-year-old boy is experiencing symptoms of throat pain, coughing, and low-grade fever,suspected tonsillitis. What kind of dietary adjustments and restrictions should be provided?
Answer
When children have tonsillitis and throat pain, it is advisable to start with dietary adjustments. It is recommended to let the child consume fresh vegetables and fruits, which are rich in various nutrients to help boost the child’s immunity and promote the repair of the tonsils. 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. Additionally, the daily diet should primarily consist of easy-to-digest foods such as congee and noodles. At the same time, it should be avoided to give children seafood and dog meat, which may worsen the condition. Furthermore, in addition to a healthy diet, it is also important to cultivate good habits such as early bedtime and moderate exercise in children.