Question
My child is a 5-year-old boy. Recently, I’ve noticed that he has been gaining weight rapidly and eats more than other children his age. He is also particularly lazy. How should I treat a child who is overweight and dislikes vegetables?
Answer
If you discover that your child has childhood obesity, you should first arrange for reasonable exercise and a healthy diet for them. You can start by teaching your child to swim, as the resistance of water during swimming is much greater than that of air during land-based exercise, leading to faster fat consumption. During this period, encourage your child to eat more foods like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis. Your child should not consume high-calorie foods like cakes and macadamia nuts. Also, do not let your child fall asleep immediately after eating or lie on the sofa to snack. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if the symptoms are severe, it is important to take your child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment and avoid blind treatment.