Question

What is malnutrition ? Write any two reasons for it. Explain different types of malnutritions

in human beings.​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are two main types of undernutrition: protein-energy malnutrition and dietary deficiencies. Protein-energy malnutrition has two severe forms: marasmus (a lack of protein and calories) and kwashiorkor (a lack of just protein). Common micronutrient deficiencies include: a lack of iron, iodine, and vitamin A.

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Answer 2

Answer:

DEFINITION

Malnutrition is a condition that results from eating a diet in which one or more nutrients are either not enough or are too much such that the diet causes health problems. It may involve calories, protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins or minerals.Not enough nutrients is called undernutrition or undernourishment while too much is called overnutrition.Malnutrition is often used to specifically refer to undernutrition where an individual is not getting enough calories, protein, or micronutrients.

CAUSES

Eating a diet in which nutrients are either not enough or are too much, malabsorption.

MAIN TYPES

There are two major types of malnutrition:

* Protein-energy malnutrition - resulting from deficiencies in any or all nutrients

* Micronutrient deficiency diseases - resulting from a deficiency of specific micronutrients