Question
My son is 7 years old and just started to complain about a sore throat when he began speaking. I’ve noticed that his coughing is quite severe, and he seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. What are the dietary restrictions for children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Diet is very important during the treatment of tonsillitis. It is recommended to give the child more vegetables and fruits, which are rich in vitamins and trace elements and help with the treatment of the disease. Choose fruits that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins, such as tangerines and kiwis. Daily meals should be easy to digest and swallow, mainly consisting of thin porridge and noodles, with the noodles cooked until soft and tender. Avoid giving the child foods that are strongly irritating, such as spicy hotpot, as well as beef, mutton, seafood, and other similar foods. At the same time, help the child develop good eating habits.