Question

My child is eight months old and frequently has fevers and colds, and sweats a lot during sleep. Recently, their temperature has risen to 38 to 38.5 degrees, suspected to be caused by a cold. Although I have given them fever-reducing medication, such as Methylprednisolone, it seems to have no effect. Please tell me if there are any other medications I can give them? Also, does frequent fever and cold mean that my child’s constitution is poor? What should I do to improve it? What nutrients should I supplement? Thank you very much!!!

Answer

  1. It is advisable not to rely too much on medication and injections, but rather to take fundamental steps to enhance the child’s resistance.
  2. Improving the child’s constitution can be achieved by consuming natural foods, especially vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins and minerals.
  3. Grain foods are the main nutritional source for children’s growth, so they should be consumed in abundance.
  4. It is recommended to eat five servings of vegetables and fruits every day, which not only applies to adult diets but also to infants. For example, lycopene, beta-carotene, abundant vitamin C and E, all help to enhance resistance. Fiber can prevent constipation and provide a good absorption environment for the intestines.