Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 7 years old. This year, I’ve noticed that she has been gaining weight. Additionally, she can eat several bowls of rice at one meal and enjoys lying down after eating. How can childhood obesity be treated?
Answer
If a child is suffering from obesity, parents should first improve the condition by increasing the child’s physical activity and controlling their diet. Arrange for the child to participate in sports such as swimming and jogging. In terms of diet, provide the child with fiber-rich foods like spinach and carrots, and avoid giving them high-calorie foods such as biscuits, macadamia nuts, and small cakes. Also, do not let the child lie down without moving after eating. If the above methods do not alleviate the child’s obesity symptoms, seek medical attention promptly to determine the cause to prevent the condition from worsening.