Question
My son is 1 year old, and in the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that he has gained a lot of weight and has an enormous appetite. He is also very lazy. How should I treat my child’s obesity and picky eating?
Answer
Once a child develops obesity, parents should first change the child’s condition through exercise and diet. You can arrange swimming or jogging as aerobic exercises for the child and encourage them to eat more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. It is forbidden to eat fried foods and dried fruits, which are high in calories and fat. The child’s habit of not liking exercise must be changed, as this can easily lead to fat accumulation. If parents find the situation severe during treatment, they should take the child to the hospital for a check-up and receive targeted treatment.