Question
A 12-year-old boy, now in elementary school, has been gaining weight over the past year. He seems to eat without control and doesn’t like to exercise. How should a child who loves meat be treated for obesity?
Answer
Once a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents should first change the child’s situation through exercise and diet. They can arrange swimming or jogging as aerobic exercises and encourage the child to eat vegetables that are beneficial for improving obesity, such as winter melon and green peas. High-calorie, high-fat foods like cakes, dried fruits, and cookies should be prohibited. Moreover, children should not be allowed to lie down immediately after eating. If the condition is severe during the treatment of pediatric obesity, it is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital to check the cause of obesity and receive targeted treatment.