Question
A 11-year-old boy is in elementary school. Recently, the parents have noticed that their child is overweight, with a large appetite and slow movements. How should they treat pediatric obesity while also addressing the issue of not liking to eat vegetables?
Answer
When a child shows signs of obesity, parents should help improve the situation by encouraging physical activity and a healthy diet. Supervise the child in engaging in aerobic exercises such as jogging, swimming, and consume more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Prohibit the child from eating fried foods and high-fat foods, and change the habit of lying down after eating. During treatment, if the condition is severe, parents should promptly take the child to the hospital for treatment under a doctor’s guidance.