Signs of malnutrition
tiredness and not enough energy
decaying teeth
poor growth
weight loss
fragile bones that break easily
weakening of muscles
diarrhea
dizziness
depression
Obesity
In developed countries obesity is the most widespread form of malnutrition. Obese people consume more calories than they need. This may lead to diabetes and contribute to heart problems and high blood pressure. Too many fats in your diet can lead to high cholesterol levels.
Solutions and Treatment
One way to help avoid malnutrition is to enrich food with vitamins. For example, milk is enriched with Vitamin D. In Third World countries schools must try to teach children the right eating habits and emphasize eating vegetables and fruit. Governments and other institutions must do their part in educating the population to eat the right things. The World Health Organization and other groups try to help the poorest of these countries with financial aid and other support.
Sources from: http://www.english-online.at/health_medicine/malnutrition/malnutrition-food-disorders.htm
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