Question
A 7-year-old boy is in elementary school. This year, we’ve noticed that our child is getting fatter and fatter, eating several bowls of rice at a meal, and doesn’t like to exercise. What should be done to treat childhood obesity if he loves to eat meat?
Answer
If you discover that your child has childhood obesity, the first step is to arrange their exercise and healthy diet properly. It is recommended to let the child engage in some aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing hills, swimming, etc. During this time, give them more of foods like cucumbers, tomatoes, and kiwis, and try to avoid high-calorie foods like peanuts and hamburgers. At the same time, don’t let the child lie down immediately after eating. If the situation is severe, parents should take their child to the hospital in a timely manner to check the cause and receive targeted treatment.