Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 3 years old. Recently, I’ve noticed that she is getting fatter and has a greater appetite. She is also very lazy. How should we treat her obesity effectively if she loves to eat meat?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents can increase their child’s physical activity and control their diet to change the symptoms. Encourage your child to engage in age-appropriate exercises such as swimming and jogging. In terms of diet, have your child eat more vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, and spinach, and prohibit them from consuming high-calorie, high-fat foods such as cakes, dried fruits, and cookies. Help your child correct the habit of not being active after eating or indulging in overeating. During the treatment period, parents should always monitor their child’s condition. In severe cases, treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor, and avoid blind treatment.