Question
A boy, just turned 7, recently I found that my child is much heavier than other children, eats more than usual, and doesn’t like to exercise. How should I treat my child’s obesity and picky eating?
Answer
For children with obesity, parents should control their diet and increase physical activity. Encourage them to engage in aerobic exercises such as hill climbing and swimming, and consume more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Avoid giving them high-calorie, high-fat foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and cookies. At the same time, it is essential to change the child’s habit of not liking to exercise to prevent fat accumulation. During the treatment period, parents should keep a close eye on their child’s condition and seek medical guidance for severe cases to avoid blind treatment.