Question
A three-year-old girl is having difficulty swallowing and is experiencing low-grade fever, suspected to be tonsillitis. What should be paid attention to in terms of diet?
Answer
When children show symptoms of tonsillitis and low fever, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital for treatment promptly and pay attention to their dietary adjustment. In terms of diet, it is advisable to focus on light and easy-to-digest foods. Vegetables and fruits are excellent choices. These foods are rich in vitamins and trace elements, which help boost the child’s immunity while being gentle on the stomach. For instance, tangerine peel is rich in vitamin C and has good anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, it is important to choose foods that are easy for children to digest and absorb, such as thin porridge, soft noodles, and dumpling wrappers. Encourage them to drink plenty of plain water and reduce the intake of spicy and stimulating foods like beef, mutton, and dog meat. Seafood should also be consumed sparingly or avoided altogether. Meanwhile, help children develop good living habits, including healthy eating, early to bed and early to rise, and moderate exercise.