Question
A boy, just 3 years old, recently, I’ve noticed that my child has been getting fatter and fatter, and he seems to eat without control, and he’s also particularly lazy. How should one treat a child who is overweight and loves to eat meat?
Answer
For pediatric obesity, you can first establish a regimen of physical activity and dietary changes. You can start by having him engage in aerobic exercises such as jogging, climbing hills, and swimming, and encourage him to eat more fruits rich in vitamin C, like apples and kiwis. Avoid giving him high-calorie, high-fat foods such as hamburgers, fries, and cookies. Also, help him correct bad habits like not being active after eating or being picky about food. If the above methods do not alleviate your child’s obesity symptoms during treatment, it is important to go to the hospital promptly to investigate the cause to prevent the condition from worsening.