Question
A four-year-old boy with moderate anemia, pale complexion, and yellow hair is seeking advice on how to handle anemia and overweight issues.
Answer
Hello, based on your description, severe anemia in children is often considered to be due to nutritional anemia, which means the diet does not meet the body’s needs, leading to insufficient iron intake for the synthesis of hemoglobin due to picky eating; common types of childhood anemia include iron-deficiency anemia. It is recommended to consume iron-rich foods such as pork liver, animal blood, black fungus, and red dates regularly. There are many causes of pediatric blood diseases, and if a child is diagnosed with a pediatric blood disease, parents need to cooperate with doctors for timely treatment, assist with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Children should have a balanced diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.