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Protein Energy Malnutrition by vinibhanetcentre2 is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is a significant nutritional issue primarily affecting preschool children, caused mainly by food inadequacy and inappropriate dietary practices. The document outlines the classification of PEM, its associated factors, and emphasizes the importance of preventive measures such as health promotion, specific protection, early diagnosis, and rehabilitation. It concludes that while malnutrition encompasses various conditions, PEM is both preventable and curable.

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vinibhanetcentre2
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