Question
My daughter is 2 years old, and recently, I’ve noticed that she has been getting fatter and fatter. Additionally, she eats more than most children and doesn’t like to exercise. How should I treat pediatric obesity and overweight?
Answer
When a child develops obesity, parents should address the issue by encouraging physical activity and a healthy diet. Parents can let their child engage in exercises beneficial for combating obesity, such as jogging or swimming, and consume more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Children should not eat high-calorie foods like cakes or macadamia nuts, and bad habits such as being inactive after eating or being picky should also be corrected. During the treatment of obesity, if the above methods do not alleviate your child’s obesity symptoms, it is important to go to the hospital promptly to determine the cause and avoid the condition worsening.