Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been gaining weight, with an increased appetite and a dislike for exercise. How should childhood obesity be treated?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first make changes through exercise and diet to improve the child’s condition. It is recommended to let the child engage in age-appropriate activities such as swimming and jogging, and to eat more healthy foods like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach in their diet, while avoiding high-calorie foods such as cakes and chestnuts. At the same time, do not let the child lie down in bed after meals without moving. If the child’s obesity symptoms are severe, seek medical treatment promptly and avoid blindly believing in certain medications.