Question
A boy, just over 2 years old, has been observed to be gaining weight over the past few weeks. He also has a very large appetite and doesn’t like to exercise. How should one treat child obesity when the child doesn’t enjoy exercise?
Answer
When children develop obesity, parents should encourage them to engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing hills, swimming, and consume more high-fiber foods like spinach and carrots. They should avoid eating high-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, dried fruits, and cookies. Also, do not let the child fall asleep immediately after eating or lie on the sofa snacking. When treating child obesity, if symptoms are severe, parents should take their child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment and avoid blind treatment.