Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. This year, I’ve noticed that he seems to be getting fatter and eating more than other children. He doesn’t like to play outside. How should we treat obesity in children?
Answer
For pediatric obesity, it’s important to first plan the child’s exercise and diet, supervise them in doing aerobic exercises such as jogging, swimming, etc. In terms of diet, encourage the child to eat more vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach, and avoid high-calorie foods like cakes, potato chips, and cola. At the same time, help the child correct bad habits such as not moving after eating or being picky. If the situation is severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital to check the cause of obesity and then treat it accordingly.