How to Improve Children's Immunity
Disease description:
Hello doctor, my relative's child keeps catching colds—one after another. This time, he also caught the H1N1 flu. I'd like to ask how we can improve the child's immunity?
To enhance a child's immunity, parents should first pay close attention to their child's nutrition and diet. Encourage children to eat nutrient-rich foods such as vegetables and fruits, protein-complete foods like fish, meat, and soy products, as well as immunity-boosting foods such as black fungus (wood ear mushrooms) and Chinese yam. At the same time, parents should regularly arrange appropriate outdoor activities, allowing children to directly engage with nature whenever possible. Promote good hygiene practices like frequent handwashing and antimicrobial measures to strengthen physical health and improve resistance to viruses. Additionally, ensuring children drink plenty of water helps detoxify the body and supports skin health, which can contribute to improved immunity. Maintaining a regular daily routine and guaranteeing sufficient sleep are also key factors in boosting a child's immune system. Furthermore, parents can actively adopt preventive measures effective against drug-resistant viruses, such as scientifically scheduled vaccinations and timely medication when necessary, to strengthen the immune system and help prevent illness.