Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. He has a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. What can we feed him when he has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, the diet should be light and mainly consist of vegetables and fruits. Vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins and trace elements, which help in the treatment of the disease. For example, apples and kiwis can help resolve phlegm, moisten the lungs, and are beneficial for tonsillitis. Choose foods that are easy to swallow and digest, such as thin porridge. Drink plenty of plain water regularly and avoid consuming seafood, dog meat, and other foods that may worsen the condition. Diet plays a crucial role in the treatment of tonsillitis, so please pay attention to it.