Question
Dear parents, our daughter is just 5 years old and we’ve noticed that she seems to be getting heavier and her appetite has increased. She doesn’t usually like to eat. How should we treat pediatric obesity for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
For children who show clear signs of pediatric obesity, parents can encourage them to engage in more physical activities and avoid being picky eaters. Activities like swimming and climbing hills can be very effective against obesity. At the same time, encourage your child to consume more high-fiber foods such as spinach and carrots, and avoid high-calorie foods like cakes, potato chips, and cola. If the child tends to lie down after eating, parents should help them change this bad habit. During the treatment of pediatric obesity, if the situation is severe, parents should take their child to the hospital promptly to find the cause and receive targeted treatment.