Question
A boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. Recently, I’ve noticed that my child is getting fatter and fatter, and he can eat several bowls of rice at a meal, and he is particularly lazy. How should we treat obesity in children who love to eat meat?
Answer
Once a child develops obesity, parents should first change the child’s condition through exercise and dietary changes. Arrange appropriate exercises for the child, such as swimming and jogging, and consume fruits rich in vitamin C, like apples and kiwis. Absolutely avoid exposing the child to high-calorie foods such as cakes, potato chips, and cola. If the child has a habit of lying down after eating, parents should help correct this bad behavior. During treatment, parents should always monitor the child’s condition, and if the condition is severe, treatment should be conducted under a doctor’s guidance; do not treat blindly.