Question
Dear team, my son is 8 years old. This year, I’ve noticed that he weighs significantly more than other children his age. He also eats more than most kids, and he’s not willing to exercise. How should we treat child obesity and laziness?
Answer
If a child is suffering from obesity, parents should first improve the condition by increasing physical activity and controlling diet. Parents can encourage their child to engage in exercises that help combat obesity, such as jogging or swimming, and ensure the child consumes more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. It’s also important to avoid high-calorie, high-fat foods like hamburgers, fries, and cookies, as well as to prevent overeating. If the situation with the child’s obesity is severe, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital to check the cause of the obesity and receive targeted treatment.