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Who are especially at risk of malnutrition and may require closer attention?
Who are especially at risk of malnutrition and may require closer attention?
What is a leading cause of malnutrition in both the developed and developing world?
What is a leading cause of malnutrition in both the developed and developing world?
What is the best way to prevent malnutrition?
What is the best way to prevent malnutrition?
What can help determine if you need micronutrient supplements?
What can help determine if you need micronutrient supplements?
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What can be a secondary effect of long-term overnutrition?
What can be a secondary effect of long-term overnutrition?
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What can occur even after rehabilitation from severe undernutrition?
What can occur even after rehabilitation from severe undernutrition?
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What is a potential consequence of vitamin A deficiency?
What is a potential consequence of vitamin A deficiency?
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What is the primary meaning of malnutrition?
What is the primary meaning of malnutrition?
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What is a symptom of anemia in individuals with overnutrition?
What is a symptom of anemia in individuals with overnutrition?
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What is a characteristic of kwashiorkor?
What is a characteristic of kwashiorkor?
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What is a possible consequence of undernutrition?
What is a possible consequence of undernutrition?
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What term is used to describe a deficiency of macronutrients, such as proteins, carbohydrates, and fats?
What term is used to describe a deficiency of macronutrients, such as proteins, carbohydrates, and fats?
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What is a complication of overnutrition?
What is a complication of overnutrition?
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What is the result of insufficient calorie and macronutrient consumption?
What is the result of insufficient calorie and macronutrient consumption?
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What is a symptom of undernutrition in children?
What is a symptom of undernutrition in children?
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Why is poor nutrition a constraint to recovery and development?
Why is poor nutrition a constraint to recovery and development?
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What is a sign of malnutrition in general?
What is a sign of malnutrition in general?
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What can be a result of undernutrition, even if a person appears overweight?
What can be a result of undernutrition, even if a person appears overweight?
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What is a consequence of stunting in crisis situations?
What is a consequence of stunting in crisis situations?
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What is a characteristic of energy overnutrition?
What is a characteristic of energy overnutrition?
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What is a possible outcome of overnutrition?
What is a possible outcome of overnutrition?
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What is the estimated number of children suffering from acute malnutrition?
What is the estimated number of children suffering from acute malnutrition?
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Which of the following is a cause of overnutrition?
Which of the following is a cause of overnutrition?
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What is the consequences of increased levels of acute malnutrition in a population?
What is the consequences of increased levels of acute malnutrition in a population?
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What is associated with overnutrition?
What is associated with overnutrition?
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What is the primary cause of stunting in children?
What is the primary cause of stunting in children?
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What is the characteristic of Marasmus?
What is the characteristic of Marasmus?
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What is a result of micronutrient undernutrition in people with energy overnutrition?
What is a result of micronutrient undernutrition in people with energy overnutrition?
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What is the impact of chronic malnutrition on a child's growth?
What is the impact of chronic malnutrition on a child's growth?
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What is the outcome of repeated episodes of acute infections or acute malnutrition?
What is the outcome of repeated episodes of acute infections or acute malnutrition?
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