Question
My son is 8 years old, and recently I’ve noticed that he has a lot of fat on his body. He can eat several bowls of rice in one meal, and he doesn’t like to play much. How should we treat child obesity?
Answer
If a child is obese, parents should control their diet and increase their physical activity. Arrange swimming, jogging, and other sports within the child’s tolerance level, and encourage them to eat more carrots, spinach, and other vegetables, while avoiding fried foods and dried fruits, which are high in calories and fat. Strictly control the child’s diet to prevent overeating, and more physical activity can help reduce the child’s obesity. It is recommended that if parents find the child’s condition severe, they should take the child to the hospital immediately for examination and determine the treatment plan.