Question
Dear team, my son is 8 years old. Recently, I’ve noticed that he weighs significantly more than other children his age, and he has an extremely large appetite. He’s not willing to exercise. How should we treat a child’s overweight and obesity?
Answer
If a child has obesity, parents should first change their symptoms by increasing their physical activity and controlling their diet. Parents can encourage activities that are beneficial for changing obesity, such as jogging or swimming. In terms of diet, children should consume more foods like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach, and avoid high-calorie foods like cakes, potato chips, and cola. Parents should also correct the child’s unwillingness to exercise and picky eating habits in daily life. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the symptoms are severe, it is important to take the child to a regular hospital for targeted treatment and avoid blind treatment.