Question
Dear Baby, just 3 years old, this year, I’ve noticed that my child has a lot of flesh on them, and their appetite is very large. They usually don’t like to play after eating. Please ask: How should children with obesity eat and what treatment methods are effective?
Answer
If a child is suffering from obesity, parents should change their current situation through exercise and dietary changes. They can let the child engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging, hill climbing, swimming, etc. Encourage them to eat high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes, and avoid high-calorie, high-fat foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and cookies. Don’t let the child develop the habit of eating snacks in bed or lying down immediately after eating, as these habits can lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of obesity, if the above methods fail to alleviate the child’s symptoms, seek medical attention promptly to determine the cause and avoid the disease from worsening.