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Causes of Malnutrition

Causes of Malnutrition. By dr Mervat Salah. WHAT CAUSES MALNUTRITION?. Human beings need a wide variety of nutrients to supply essential energy. Do you know what nutrients we need? protein vitamins minerals

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Causes of Malnutrition

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  1. Causes of Malnutrition By drMervatSalah

  2. WHAT CAUSES MALNUTRITION? Human beings need a wide variety of nutrients to supply essential energy. Do you know what nutrients we need? • protein • vitamins • minerals If any one of these nutrients is deficient in a person's diet, he/she may suffer from malnutrition

  3. WHAT CAUSES MALNUTRITION?(continued) Malnutrition also occurs when there is an imbalance of energy and protein in an individual’s diet. The body may become unable to absorb the nutrients it requires to function properly. *For example, if a child is suffering from energy and protein malnutrition, they will most likely have deficiencies in iron, calcium, and other vitamins and minerals.

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