Question
A four-year-old girl was diagnosed with tonsillitis due to swallowing pain, severe coughing, and low-grade fever. What should a child avoid eating when they have inflammation and fever?
Answer
Children’s tonsils are prone to inflammation, and once they do, it’s important to seek medical treatment promptly. In terms of diet, it is recommended to focus on vegetables and fruits, such as pears, apples, green vegetables, cabbage, and tomatoes, which are rich in vitamins and trace elements to boost immunity and are easier to digest. It is also suitable to cook porridge or soft noodles for the child to eat conveniently. At the same time, it is advisable to avoid stimulating or spicy foods and drinks. Additionally, cultivating good eating habits in children, avoiding picky eating and selective eating, and ensuring balanced nutrition can help reduce the incidence of tonsillitis.