Question

Write a note on PEM.

Answer 1

Protein energy malnutrition ( PEM ) is a deficiency of proteins in the diet . This is caused by feeding on protein poor diet . PEM is of two types of namely , kwashiorkor and marasmus . Proteins are body-building nutrients that can be obtained from food sources such as cabbage , potatoes , spinach , pulses , fish , milk , egg and meat .

Answer 2

Answer :-

"PEM" refers to a potentially fatal body-depletion disorder.

☆The full form of "PEM" is "Protien-Energy Malnutrition".

Extra Information :-

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• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) is the leading cause of deaths of children in developing countries.

• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) is also referred to as "Protien-Calorie Malnutrition".

• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) develops in those children and adults whose consumption of proteins and energy (measured in "Calories") is insufficient to satisfy the body's nutritional requirements.

• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) may also occur in people who are unable to absorb vital nutrients or convert them into energy, which is essential for the formation of healthy tissues and proper functioning of the organs of the body.

• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) can develop gradually in a patient who has some sort of chronic illness or experiences "Chronic semi-starvation".

• "Protien-Energy Malnutrition" (PEM) may appear suddenly in a patient who has an acute illness.