Question
A 7-year-old boy, now in elementary school, recently, I’ve noticed that my child is much heavier than other children, and he also eats more than most kids. He doesn’t like to exercise either. How should we treat picky eating in children with obesity?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents can increase their child’s physical activity and control their diet to change the symptoms. You can arrange swimming or jogging as aerobic exercises for your child, and vegetables like carrots and spinach can also help with obesity. It is essential to prohibit high-calorie foods such as cakes and chestnuts. Strictly control your child’s diet and avoid overeating. More physical activity is beneficial in changing a child’s obesity. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if parents find that the child’s condition is serious, they should go to the hospital in time to investigate the cause and receive targeted treatment.