Question

My daughter is 5 years old and has recently started feeling a sore throat, accompanied by a slight cough and fever, and she doesn’t seem very energetic. What should I feed her to help her recover when she has tonsillitis?

Answer

When a child shows symptoms of tonsillitis, here are some dietary recommendations:

  • Maintain a light diet: Focus on vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins and trace elements, boost immunity, and accelerate recovery.
  • Consume fruits that are neutral in nature and rich in vitamins: Examples include kumquats and kiwis.
  • Choose easily digestible foods: Such as soft cooked noodles or congee.
  • Drink plenty of water: This helps to moisten the throat and aid in body metabolism.
  • Avoid eating spicy or stimulating foods like lamb and dog meat: To prevent complications of tonsillitis and maintain the child’s health.