Question
My daughter is 7 years old and has been gaining weight this year. Additionally, she has been eating more and more lately, and likes to lie down after meals. How should I treat my child’s obesity and picky eating?
Answer
If a child is obese, parents should control their child’s diet and increase their physical activity. They can start by having the child do some aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing hills, swimming, etc. Encourage the child to consume high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. Prohibit the child from eating fried foods and dried fruits as these are high in calories and fat content. Change the child’s habit of not liking to exercise to prevent fat accumulation. If the child’s obesity problem is severe, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital to check the cause and receive targeted treatment.