4. Types of malnutrition
Undernutrition is a lack of A surplus of nutrients causes
nutrients, which can result overnutrition, which can
in stunted growth , wasting, result in obesity.
and underweight.
Undernutrition Overnutrition
5. Characteristics
• Dull-lifeless hair
• Greasy pimpled facial skin
• Dull eyes
• Fatigue
• Depression
• Overweight of underweight
• Improper sleep
• Lack of interest in surroundings
6. Causes of malnutrition
• A low intake of food
• Mental health conditions
• Social problems
• Poverty
7. Preventive
The best way to prevent malnutrition is to eat a healthy, balance diet.You
need to eat a variety of foods from the main food groups, including:
• Plenty of fruit and vegetables
• Plenty of starchy foods such as bread, rice, potatoes, pasta
• Some milk and diary foods or non-diary alternatives
• Some sources of protein, such as meat, fish, eggs and beans
8. Remedies for malnutrition
• Maintaining regularity in routine
• Eating a balance diet
• Eating well but avoiding over eating
• Daily 6-8 hours of sound sleep
• Regular exercise, meditation and yoga
