Question
My child is a 5-year-old boy, and recently I’ve noticed that he’s been gaining weight. He eats without control, doesn’t like to exercise, and loves to eat meat. How should I treat his obesity effectively?
Answer
If a child is obese, parents should start with physical activity and diet. First, let the child learn to swim, as the resistance in water is much greater than that in air during land-based exercise, leading to faster fat consumption. Encourage the consumption of vegetables such as tomatoes and cucumbers, and prohibit high-calorie foods like cakes and chestnuts. Also, don’t let the child fall asleep immediately after eating or sit on the sofa to eat snacks. If the situation is severe, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital to check the cause of obesity and then treat it accordingly.