Question
A boy, just turned 8, has recently been observed to have gained weight and increased appetite, showing a preference for laziness at home. He inquires about how to treat child obesity when the child does not like eating vegetables.
Answer
If a child is found to have pediatric obesity, the first step is to create a reasonable exercise plan and healthy diet for the child. It is recommended to arrange swimming or jogging as aerobic exercises for the child and increase the intake of high-fiber vegetables such as winter melon and tomatoes. Remember to avoid exposing the child to high-calorie foods such as cakes, potato chips, and cola. Parents need to change the child’s habit of not liking to exercise and being picky about food, and if the condition is severe during treatment, they should take the child to see a doctor.