Question
My daughter is 9 years old, and recently I’ve noticed she’s been getting heavier. She can eat several bowls of rice in one meal and likes to lie down after eating. How should I treat her obesity effectively if she doesn’t like to exercise?
Answer
For children with obvious symptoms of obesity, parents should encourage them to participate in sports, avoid picky eating, and provide a reasonable range of physical activities, such as swimming and jogging. At the same time, vegetables like carrots and spinach can help change obesity, so high-calorie, high-fat foods like cakes, dried fruits, and cookies should be prohibited. Also, don’t let the child get into the habit of overeating. Encourage more physical activity. During the treatment of obesity, parents need to treat their child reasonably based on their situation. If the condition is severe, it is necessary to consult a doctor to find out the cause and seek treatment.