Biology, asked by AritryaBhattacharjee, 3 months ago

Write a paragraph on 'Malnutrition' using the following points :
[Points : Definition - Effect Causes — Prevention Treatment
Conclusion]

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Answered by anshika1802
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Answer:

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Explanation:

Definition :-

Malnutrition occurs when the body doesn't get enough nutrients. Causes include a poor diet, digestive conditions or another disease.

Effect causes:-

Developmental: failure to thrive, short stature, or slow growth

Whole body: dizziness, fatigue, or water-electrolyte imbalance

Muscular: muscle weakness or loss of muscle

Also common: weight loss

Prevention treatment :-

  • plenty of fruit and vegetables.
  • plenty of starchy foods such as bread, rice, potatoes, pasta.
  • some milk and dairy foods or non-dairy alternatives.
  • some sources of protein, such as meat, fish, eggs and beans.

Conclusion :-

Malnutrition is an impediment to development, and its presence indicates that basic physiological needs have not been met.

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Answered by Carolinkuriakose77
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Answer:

Malnutrition is a condition that results from nutrient deficiency or overconsumption.

Causes of malnutrition include inappropriate dietary choices, a low income, difficulty obtaining food, and various physical and mental health conditions. Undernutrition is one type of malnutrition. It occurs when the body does not get enough food. It can lead to delayed growth, low weight, or wasting.

Preventing malnutrition

plenty of fruit and vegetables.

plenty of starchy foods such as bread, rice, potatoes, pasta.

some milk and dairy foods or non-dairy alternatives.

some sources of protein, such as meat, fish, eggs and beans.

Malnutrition is an impediment to development, and its presence indicates that basic physiological needs have not been met.

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