This document discusses malnutrition and nutrition. It defines malnutrition as not eating enough of the right foods to get all necessary nutrients, including fats, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Signs of malnutrition are then listed, such as slower wound healing, unintentional weight loss, feeling tired, frequent illness, stunted growth in children, a weak immune system, reduced ability to perform tasks, bleeding gums, night blindness, and dry skin. The best way to prevent malnutrition is eating a healthy, balanced diet with a variety of foods.