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Malnutrition

usgb/ˌmælnuˈtrɪʃn/Volume
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Not Just Hunger

Malnutrition refers to poor nutrition, not just the lack of food, but also an unhealthy diet.

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Even with enough food, malnutrition can occur if the diet lacks essential vitamins.
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Global Issue

Understand that malnutrition is a global problem, not confined to the developing world.

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Obesity in developed countries can also be a form of malnutrition.
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Socio-Economic Factor

Malnutrition often involves social and economic issues, like poverty and healthcare access.

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Affluent societies may still have pockets of malnutrition among the less privileged.
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AnorexiaDeficiencyDeprivationEmaciationFamineHungerStarvationSufficiencyWaste
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