Question
A 7-year-old boy, now in elementary school, has been gaining weight over the past few weeks. Additionally, he can eat several bowls of rice at one meal and doesn’t like to play outside. How should we treat a child who loves meat and is obese?
Answer
When a child is overweight, parents should establish a set of exercise plans and a healthy diet for them. First, let the child engage in some aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing hills, swimming, etc., while also giving them vegetables that can help improve obesity, such as winter melon and green beans. It is absolutely necessary to avoid high-calorie foods like cakes, chips, and cola. Moreover, it is crucial to change the child’s habit of not liking to exercise, as this can easily lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment period, parents should always monitor the child’s condition, and for severe cases, treatment should be conducted under a doctor’s guidance; do not treat blindly.