Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy. He has a sore throat and difficulty swallowing, along with low-grade fever symptoms. What dietary taboo or precautions should a child take when suffering from tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, in addition to timely treatment, attention should also be given to their diet. Here are some dietary suggestions for children with tonsillitis:
- Consume plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are rich in various nutrients that can help boost the child’s immunity and promote the repair of the tonsils. It is recommended to choose soft, easy-to-chew fruits such as pears, apples, tangerines, and kiwis.
- Focus on easily digestible and swallowable foods: It is recommended to consume mainly thin porridge and soft noodles, with the noodles cooked until soft and easy to swallow.
- Maintain a light diet, eat less irritant foods: Avoid eating overly greasy or irritating foods and reduce the intake of irritants such as poultry eggs, donkey meat, and beef or mutton.
- Prevent complications: Tonsillitis in children may lead to some complications that can negatively affect health, so parents should assist their children in receiving timely and proper treatment.