Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 4 years old and weighs significantly more than her peers. She has a large appetite, loves meat, and is accustomed to lying down after eating. How should I treat her childhood obesity effectively?
Answer
For children with obvious symptoms of obesity, it is recommended that parents encourage them to participate in various sports activities, avoid picky eating, and choose exercise methods suitable for their age, such as swimming and jogging. At the same time, encourage the intake of vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers, and reduce the consumption of high-calorie foods such as cookies, macadamia nuts, and small cakes. Additionally, help the child correct bad habits such as not being active after eating and being picky. If the above methods do not alleviate the child’s obesity symptoms, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly to determine the cause and prevent the condition from worsening.