Question
Dear Baby, she is currently 2 years old, and in the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that my child is much heavier than other children, and she has been eating more and more, usually not liking to go out to play. Please ask: How should I treat a child who is overweight and dislikes eating vegetables?
Answer
If a child has obesity, parents should first change the symptoms by increasing their physical activity and controlling their diet. For pediatric obesity, more aerobic exercises such as climbing hills and swimming can be done. During this time, encourage the child to eat more vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis, and avoid high-calorie foods such as peanuts and hamburgers. Additionally, the habit of not liking to exercise must be changed to prevent fat accumulation. During the treatment of obesity, parents should carry out reasonable treatment based on the child’s condition. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to go to the hospital to find out the cause and receive targeted treatment.