malnutricí
Malnutricí, also known as malnutrition, is a condition that arises from an imbalance between the nutrients your body needs and the nutrients it receives. This imbalance can manifest in two primary ways: undernutrition, where the body doesn't get enough calories, protein, or micronutrients, and overnutrition, where there is an excess intake of calories and certain fats, leading to overweight and obesity. Undernutrition can result in various issues, including wasting (low weight-for-height), stunting (low height-for-age), and underweight (low weight-for-age). Micronutrient deficiencies, often referred to as "hidden hunger," occur when there's a lack of essential vitamins and minerals, even if calorie intake seems adequate.
Malnutrition affects people of all ages but is particularly devastating for children, pregnant women, and the
The causes of malnutrition are multifaceted and often interconnected. Poverty, food insecurity, inadequate access to healthcare,