Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 4 years old, and over the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that she seems to be getting fatter. She can eat several bowls of rice at one meal, and she doesn’t want to exercise. How can we treat obesity effectively in children who don’t like vegetables?
Answer
When a child is suffering from obesity, parents can increase the child’s physical activity and control their diet to change the condition. Encourage your child to engage in age-appropriate exercises such as swimming and jogging, while also increasing the intake of foods like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis. Limit the consumption of high-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, dried fruits, and cookies, avoid overeating, and encourage more physical activity. In the treatment of obesity, if the child’s condition is severe, it is imperative to take the child to a regular hospital for a consultation.