Question

What are the 2 types of malnutrition?

Answer 1

Malnutrition:

1. Malnutrition is defined as nutrient deficit or excess, an imbalance of critical nutrients, or inadequate nutrient utilization.
2. Malnutrition's double burden includes both undernutrition and overweight and obesity, as well as diet-related noncommunicable diseases.
3. Undernutrition, which includes wasting (low weight-for-height), stunting (low height-for-age), and underweight (low weight-for-age); micronutrient-related malnutrition, which includes micronutrient deficiencies (a lack of key vitamins and minerals) or micronutrient excess.

Two types of malnutrition:

Micronutrient deficiency diseases:

1. It is caused due to deficiency of a particular micronutrient.
2. Many chronic disorders are linked to micronutrient insufficiency, including osteoporosis, osteomalacia, thyroid shortage, colorectal cancer, and cardiovascular disease.
3. Fortification has a nearly century-long track record of efficacy and safety, having been shown to be helpful in the prevention of certain disorders such as birth abnormalities.

Protein-energy malnutrition:

1. It is caused due to deficiency of any or all nutrients.
2. Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a condition in which there is a loss of energy due to a lack of all macronutrients and several micronutrients.
3. It can happen quickly or gradually.
4. It is classified as mild, moderate, or severe.
5. It affects youngsters in underdeveloped nations who are deprived of calories and proteins.