Question
My son is 6 years old and has recently been experiencing sore throat, hoarseness, and fever. What should a child avoid eating when they have tonsillitis?
Answer
It is recommended that children with tonsillitis maintain a light diet, consume plenty of vegetables and fruits, such as pears and apples, which have cooling and anti-inflammatory properties. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, as well as beef, mutton, and seafood. Choose soft and easy-to-swallow staple foods like congee or noodles. It’s also important to help the child develop good living habits, maintain regular rest and activity, and engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and reduce the incidence of illness.