Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has been gradually gaining weight recently. He has an increased appetite and is lazy. How should pediatric obesity be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Once a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first change the situation through exercise and diet. Appropriate exercises include jogging, swimming, etc., and children should be encouraged to consume high-fiber foods such as spinach and carrots; fried and high-calorie foods should be avoided. At the same time, help the child correct bad habits such as not being active after eating or being picky. During the treatment period, parents need to closely monitor the child’s condition. If the situation is severe, treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor, and never handle it blindly.