Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Recently, I’ve noticed that my child has a lot of fat on his body and eats more than most children. He’s also particularly lazy. How should I treat pediatric obesity and lethargy?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should make changes through exercise and diet to improve their current situation. Arrange swimming, jogging, and other sports within the child’s tolerance level, and have them eat more vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach. Avoid giving the child high-calorie, high-fat foods such as hamburgers, fries, and cookies. Also, don’t let the child lie down immediately after eating without moving. If the above methods do not alleviate your child’s obesity symptoms during treatment, it is important to go to the hospital in a timely manner to investigate the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.