Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy, and recently, I’ve noticed that he’s been getting fatter and has an extremely large appetite. He likes to lie down after eating. How should we treat childhood obesity effectively?
Answer
For childhood obesity, you can first establish a physical activity plan and change the diet. You can increase the intensity of exercise for your child, such as gradually increasing the distance of jogging, like adding half a lap at a time. Vegetables like carrots and spinach can also help in changing obesity. Avoid giving your child high-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies. Also, don’t let your child fall asleep or lie on the sofa while eating snacks. Remind parents that if the child’s condition becomes severe during treatment, they should definitely take their child to the hospital to investigate the condition and receive targeted treatment.