Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, recently noticed that the child seems to be getting fatter, and at the same time, has a very large appetite. When asked to exercise, he is unwilling. How can child obesity be treated effectively when they love eating meat?
Answer
When a child develops obesity, parents should address the symptoms through exercise and a healthy diet. Activities like swimming and hill climbing can have a positive effect on obesity symptoms. High-fiber vegetables such as winter melon and tomatoes should be consumed more. Children should avoid high-calorie foods like cakes and macadamia nuts, and it’s important to help them correct bad habits such as not being active after eating or being picky. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, it is essential to seek treatment at a hospital promptly and not to blindly believe in certain medications.