Question
Dear Sir, my son is 4 years old, and in the past few weeks, I’ve noticed that he has gained a lot of weight and can eat several bowls of rice in one meal. He’s also very lazy. What are the diagnostic and treatment methods for pediatric obesity?
Answer
If you discover that your child has pediatric obesity, the first step is to arrange for a well-balanced exercise and diet plan. Within the child’s acceptable range, arrange activities such as swimming and jogging. At the same time, encourage your child to eat more vegetables that are beneficial for improving obesity, such as winter melon and green beans. Avoid high-calorie and high-fat foods like hamburgers, French fries, and cookies. Help your child correct habits of not liking to exercise or overeating. During the treatment period, parents need to pay close attention to their child’s condition, and in severe cases, treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. Do not treat blindly.