Question
A boy, just turned 4, has been found to be getting increasingly overweight at home over the past year. At the same time, his appetite has increased, but he doesn’t like eating vegetables. How should one treat a child who is overweight and dislikes eating vegetables?
Answer
For a child’s obesity issue, one can first increase the amount of exercise and control the diet to alleviate symptoms. Let the child engage in age-appropriate activities such as swimming or jogging, and provide more of the likes of apples, kiwis, and carrots. It is not advisable to let the child consume high-calorie foods like cakes or macadamia nuts. Moreover, one should not allow the child to lie on the bed for a long time after eating. If these methods do not yield results, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to check for the cause to avoid the condition from worsening.