Question

How should child obesity be treated?

Answer

For children who exhibit clear symptoms of pediatric obesity, parents can take the following measures:

  1. Encourage the child to engage in more physical activities and avoid picky eating. Gradually increase the amount of exercise, such as by jogging. Initially, you can gradually increase the number of laps to boost the exercise intensity.
  2. Recommend that the child consume more high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes. Avoid giving the child high-calorie and high-fat foods such as hamburgers, fries, and cookies.
  3. Cultivate good living habits, ensuring the child does not snack in bed or lie down immediately after eating to prevent fat accumulation.
  4. If symptoms of pediatric obesity are severe, it is advisable to take the child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment and avoid self-medication. These are common treatment methods and recommendations for child obesity.