Marasmus is due to deficiency of:

Vitamin C

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Carbohydrates, Fats and proteins

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Fat

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food

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Solution

The correct option is B
Carbohydrates, Fats and proteins

The correct option is B:
Marasmus is a disease caused due to the deficiency of carbohydrates, proteins and fats in their diet.
It is mainly seen in the people who are below poverty line and cannot find nutritious food for themselves on daily basis.

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Marasmus is due to deficiency of :

(a) Vitamin C

(b) Carbohydrates

(d) Food

Due to the deficiency of which nutrient marasmus is caused?

Statement 1: Marasmus affects the infants up to 1 year of age.

Statement 2: This is due to the deficiency of only vitamins in the diet.

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