Question
Dear Parent, My daughter is currently 3 years old. I have noticed that she has a lot of meat on her, and she can eat several bowls of rice in one meal. She also doesn’t like to exercise. How should I treat a child who is overweight and loves to eat meat?
Answer
If a child is suffering from obesity, parents should first aim to improve the symptoms by increasing their child’s physical activity and controlling their diet. You can encourage your child to engage in more physical activities, such as jogging, gradually increasing the intensity. Also, ensure your child consumes high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. Avoid giving your child high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and biscuits, and do not let them eat snacks in bed or lie down immediately after eating, as these bad habits can also lead to fat accumulation. It is recommended that if parents notice that the child’s condition is severe during treatment, they must take the child to the hospital for further treatment.