Question
A boy, just turned 4 years old, in this year, I have found that my child at home is getting fatter and fatter, with a large appetite and a dislike for exercise. How should treatment be administered for a child who is overweight and loves to eat meat?
Answer
If a child is found to have childhood obesity, the first step is to arrange exercise and healthy dieting properly. Activities like swimming and climbing slopes are beneficial for obesity symptoms. Encourage the child to eat more apples, kiwis, carrots, etc., and avoid high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies. Help correct the child’s habits of not exercising or overeating. If the above methods do not alleviate the symptoms during the treatment of the child’s obesity, parents should seek medical advice promptly to clarify the cause to avoid the deterioration of the condition.