Question
Dear Baby, currently 4 years old, just started to feel pain when swallowing water, noticed a slight cough, and also has a bit of a fever and is not very energetic. How should a child with tonsillitis and a high fever have a reasonable diet?
Answer
Diet is also very important during the treatment of tonsillitis. It is recommended that parents give their children more vegetables and fruits. Vegetables and fruits are relatively rich in nutrients and can help improve the child’s immunity. You can choose fruits like pears, watermelons, tangerines, and pomegranates, as well as green leafy vegetables and tomatoes. For staple foods, choose softer options like congee or noodles to avoid affecting swallowing or causing constipation that may worsen the condition. At this stage, avoid giving children foods that are easy to trigger allergies such as beef, mutton, poultry eggs, and seafood. Also, avoid spicy foods like hotpot or Sichuan hotpot. In addition to a healthy diet, it is also important to help children develop good living habits, such as going to bed early and getting up early, and engaging in moderate exercise.