Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy, and I recently noticed that he has gained a lot of weight and his appetite has increased. He doesn’t like to move around much. How should I treat my child’s obesity?
Answer
For children with obvious obesity symptoms, it is recommended that parents encourage their children to engage in more physical activities and avoid picky eating. Let your child participate in age-appropriate sports such as swimming and jogging. At the same time, encourage your child to eat more vegetables that can improve obesity issues, such as winter melon and green beans. Prohibit your child from eating fried and high-fat foods to help correct bad habits like overeating or not moving after eating. If these methods do not work, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to check the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.