Question
My son is 4 years old and has been gaining weight over the past few weeks. I’ve noticed that he eats more than other children and doesn’t like to exercise. How should I treat his obesity who loves to eat meat?
Answer
If a child is suffering from obesity, parents can start by focusing on their child’s exercise and diet. It is recommended to let the child engage in some aerobic exercises such as jogging, hill climbing, swimming, etc. In terms of diet, the child can eat more foods like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach, and try to avoid high-calorie foods such as cakes, chips, and cola. Additionally, do not let the child go to sleep immediately after eating or lie on the sofa to snack. Parents should closely monitor the child’s condition during treatment, and if the condition is severe, it should be timely to take the child to a doctor for confirmation of the cause and treatment.