Question
My daughter is 1 year old, and I’ve noticed that she weighs significantly more than other children her age. Moreover, she has been eating more and more lately, and she’s particularly lazy. How should I effectively treat my child’s obesity?
Answer
When a child shows signs of obesity, parents should alleviate symptoms through physical activity and a healthy diet. Arrange swimming, jogging, or other exercises within the child’s tolerance level, and encourage them to eat more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Avoid giving them fried foods and high-fat treats like cakes. It’s also important to change the child’s habit of not liking to exercise to prevent fat accumulation. If parents find the situation severe during the treatment of pediatric obesity, they should promptly take their child to the hospital to determine the cause and receive targeted treatment.