Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, this year, I noticed that my child has a lot of fat on his body, and he has a very large appetite, and he doesn’t like to exercise. How should I treat a child who is overweight and doesn’t like to exercise effectively?
Answer
Once a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first change the child’s condition through exercise and diet. You can arrange swimming or jogging as aerobic exercises for the child. Encourage the child to eat more foods like apples, kiwis, and carrots. Foods high in calories such as cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes should not be given to the child. Help the child correct the habit of not moving after eating or overeating. If the child’s condition is severe during the treatment of childhood obesity, it is necessary to go to the hospital in time and receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor.