Question
A boy, just turned 8, is gradually gaining weight at home, with increased appetite and slow movements. How can one effectively treat child obesity?
Answer
If a child is found to have pediatric obesity, it should be prioritized to arrange for reasonable exercise and a healthy diet. You can have the child participate in activities like swimming or jogging for aerobic exercise, while also eating more foods like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis, and limiting high-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, dried fruits, and cookies. At the same time, help the child correct bad habits such as not being active after eating or being picky. If the symptoms of pediatric obesity are severe, seek medical attention promptly for targeted treatment and avoid blind treatment.