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   Mal·nu·tri·tion

   /ˌmalno͞oˈtriSHən/

   

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   • 1. lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat: "nearly 67% of the country's population suffers from malnutrition"

   Word Origin mid 19th century: from mal- + nutrition.

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   What does malnutrition mean?

   • Malnutrition is an imbalance between the nutrients your body needs to function and the nutrients it gets. It can mean undernutrition or overnutrition. You can be malnourished from an overall lack of calories, or you might have a protein, vitamin or mineral deficiency. You might also have more excess calories than your body knows what to do with.

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   What is malnutrition & why is it important?

   • Nutritionists now define malnutrition as a mismatch between the nutrients you need and the nutrients you get. By this definition, malnutrition is quite common. It’s also a significant contributor to disease, disablement and death worldwide. Malnutrition needs to be fought on many fronts, including education, infrastructure and policy measures.

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   What causes malnutrition?

   • Overnutrition: Overconsumption of certain nutrients, such as protein, calories or fat, can also lead to malnutrition. This usually results in overweight or obesity. People who are undernourished often have deficiencies in vitamins and minerals, especially iron, zinc, vitamin A and iodine ( 3 ).

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3. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesMalnutrition: Definition, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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   May 4, 2022 · Malnutrition is an imbalance between the nutrients your body needs and the nutrients it gets. It can be caused by lack or excess of macronutrients (proteins, carbs, fats) or micronutrients (vitamins, minerals). Learn about the types, causes, symptoms and treatment of malnutrition.

4. www.who.int › fact-sheets › detailFact sheets - Malnutrition - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Mar 1, 2024 · Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and/or nutrients. The term malnutrition addresses 3 broad groups of conditions: undernutrition, which includes wasting (low weight-for-height), stunting (low height-for-age) and underweight (low weight-for-age); micronutrient-related malnutrition ...

5. www.who.int › item › malnutritionMalnutrition - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Mar 1, 2024 · Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses or imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and/or nutrients. It covers undernutrition and overweight, obesity and diet-related noncommunicable diseases. Learn more about the causes, consequences and solutions of malnutrition.

   • What are the consequences of malnutrition?

     Malnutrition affects people in every country. Around 1.9 billion adults worldwide are overweight, while 462 million are underweight. An estimated 4...
   • What is being done to address malnutrition?

     In April 2016, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition from 2016 to 2025. The Dec...

6. www.healthline.com › nutrition › malnutritionMalnutrition: Definition, Symptoms and Treatment - Healthline

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   Oct 10, 2018 · Malnutrition is a condition that results from nutrient deficiency or overconsumption. It can lead to serious health issues, such as stunted growth, eye problems, diabetes and heart disease. Learn about the types, symptoms, causes, effects and prevention of malnutrition.

7. www.who.int › health-topics › malnutritionMalnutrition - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Malnutrition is a deficiency or excess of nutrients, or an impaired ability to use them. It can manifest as wasting, stunting, underweight, or micronutrient deficiencies, and is linked to poverty, illness, and COVID-19.

8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MalnutritionMalnutrition - Wikipedia

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   Malnutrition occurs when an organism gets too few or too many nutrients, resulting in health problems. Specifically, it is "a deficiency, excess, or imbalance of energy, protein and other nutrients" which adversely affects the body's tissues and form. Malnutrition is not receiving the correct amount of nutrition.

9. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › malnutritionMalnutrition | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   Malnutrition is the condition that develops when the body is deprived of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients it needs. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of malnutrition, and how to prevent it.