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What happens when an individual is undernourished?
What happens when an individual is undernourished?
- Protein stores are depleted as muscle tissue is used as a source of energy (correct)
- Nutrient reserves increase, leading to improved health
- Tissues become enriched with essential nutrients
- Antibody production against invasions of bacteria and viruses increases
Which of the following best characterizes malnutrition?
Which of the following best characterizes malnutrition?
- Protein stores are increased, leading to muscle growth suppression
- Inappropriate quality, quantity, or absorption of nutrients leading to health issues (correct)
- Excessive intake of specific nutrients leading to toxicities
- A condition where nutrient reserves increase, leading to health problems
What is the result of medical disorders in undernutrition?
What is the result of medical disorders in undernutrition?
- Tissues becoming enriched with essential nutrients
- Excessive intake of specific nutrients
- Increased resistance to bacterial and viral invasions
- Nutrient reserves dwindle (correct)
What does malnutrition lead to?
What does malnutrition lead to?
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What is characteristic of over-nutrition?
What is characteristic of over-nutrition?
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Consequences of Undernutrition
- When an individual is undernourished, their body lacks the necessary nutrients to function properly.
- Undernutrition can lead to weakened immune systems, making individuals more susceptible to illnesses and infections.
Characteristics of Malnutrition
- Malnutrition occurs when the body does not receive or is unable to process the required amount of nutrients, leading to health problems.
- Malnutrition can be caused by undernutrition or over-nutrition.
Impact of Medical Disorders
- Medical disorders, such as gastrointestinal diseases, can contribute to undernutrition by hindering nutrient absorption.
- Certain medical conditions, like diabetes, can lead to malnutrition if not properly managed.
Consequences of Malnutrition
- Malnutrition can lead to impaired physical and mental development in children.
- Malnutrition can result in weakened physical strength, fatigue, and impaired wound healing in individuals of all ages.
Characteristics of Over-Nutrition
- Over-nutrition occurs when the body consumes more nutrients than it needs, leading to health problems such as obesity and related diseases.
- Over-nutrition can be caused by an excessive intake of calories, sugar, or fat.
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