Question
My son is just 5 years old, and recently, I’ve noticed that he’s getting heavier. He can eat several bowls of rice at one meal and likes to lie down after eating. How should I treat childhood obesity?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with obesity, parents can improve the condition by controlling the child’s diet and increasing physical activity. It’s recommended to supervise the child in engaging in aerobic exercises such as jogging, swimming, and so on, and to incorporate high-fiber vegetables like winter melon and tomatoes into their diet. Avoid feeding the child with high-calorie, high-fat foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and cookies. Parents should change the child’s habits of not wanting to exercise or being picky about food, and always be attentive to the child’s condition. In severe cases, treatment should be under the guidance of a doctor, and one should not treat it blindly.