Question
My daughter is 9 years old, and in the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that she weighs significantly more than other children her age. Moreover, she has been eating more and more, often lying down after meals. How should we treat pediatric obesity through diet?
Answer
If a child is obese, parents should control their child’s diet and increase their physical activity. Initially, you can encourage your child to increase their exercise intensity, such as by gradually increasing the distance of their jogging, starting with half a lap and gradually adding more. During this time, let your child consume vegetables that are beneficial for improving obesity, such as winter melon and green beans. Prohibit your child from eating fried foods and dried fruits, which are high in calories and fat. Also, do not let your child lie down immediately after eating without moving. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if parents notice that the child’s condition is serious, they should go to the hospital to determine the cause and then receive targeted treatment.