Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been observed to be gaining weight increasingly. He eats a lot but doesn’t exercise. How should we treat his obesity and laziness?
Answer
For children with obvious obesity symptoms, it is recommended that parents encourage them to engage in more physical activities and avoid picky eating. Activities such as swimming and climbing hills can help improve obesity conditions. At the same time, children can consume vegetables like winter melon and green beans, which are beneficial for improving obesity. It is also important to avoid giving high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies. Furthermore, children should not be allowed to eat in bed or lie down immediately after eating, as these bad habits can also lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of a child’s obesity, if symptoms are severe, it is important to take the child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment to avoid blind treatment.