____ are caused as a result of irregular and insufficient diet.

Deficiency diseases

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The correct option is A Deficiency diseases
Diseases that are caused due to insufficient diet or lack of certain nutrients in the food are known as deficiency diseases. Some examples include Beriberi, Kwashiorkor, Scurvy, etc.

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