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Understanding Malnutrition in Children by vrma.saumya is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Malnutrition encompasses deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in nutrient intake, affecting physical, mental, and social well-being, with significant implications for children under five in India. Approximately 35.8% of these children are underweight, 34% are stunted, and 17% are wasted, leading to severe health issues and increased mortality. Prevention strategies include exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and public health interventions, alongside addressing low awareness and poverty as key
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- vrma.saumya
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