Appropriate Diet for Children with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Question

What kind of diet is suitable for children with hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Answer

Children with hand, foot, and mouth disease should choose foods rich in vitamins and zinc, such as tomatoes, soy products, whole grains, fish, eggs, liver, beans, and cereals. Antiviral medications like acyclovir and interferon can be appropriately used for treatment. At the same time, maintain good hygiene habits, eat a light diet, avoid irritating foods, and the condition will gradually improve. Supplementing calcium is not advisable.