Question
My two-year-old boy has been getting heavier lately. He doesn’t like to eat or move around. How should I treat obesity in a child who is not active?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should prioritize making changes through exercise and diet. It is recommended to arrange swimming, jogging, and other activities within the child’s capacity. Increase the intake of high-fiber foods like winter melon and tomatoes, and limit the consumption of high-calorie, high-fat foods such as fried foods and nuts. At the same time, help the child correct bad habits such as not moving after eating or being picky. If the symptoms of pediatric obesity are severe, parents should take their child to a professional hospital for targeted treatment to avoid blind treatment.