Question
My son is 3 years old, and recently, I’ve noticed that he seems to be getting fatter. He can eat several bowls of rice in one meal and likes to lie down after eating. How should child obesity and overweight be treated?
Answer
Child obesity and overweight can be treated with the following methods: Firstly, guide the child to increase physical activity and control their diet. Encourage the child to learn swimming, as the resistance of water is greater than that of air during swimming, which can help burn fat more quickly. Additionally, encourage the child to eat more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers, and avoid high-calorie foods such as cakes, potato chips, and cola. Parents should correct the child’s habits of not wanting to exercise and being picky about food in daily life. If the child’s obesity symptoms are severe, it is important to seek medical treatment promptly and not blindly believe in the effectiveness of certain drugs.