AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Malnutrition or nutritional deficiency occurs when an organism gets too few or too many nutrients, resulting in health problems. Specifically, it is “a deficiency, excess, or imbalance of energy, protein and other nutrients” which adversely affects the body’s tissues and form.

Detailed explanation-2: -Children diagnosed with malnutrition are either undernourished or overnourished. Undernutrition is an imbalance between nutrient requirements and intake. Children who are undernourished can lack energy, protein, or micronutrients and the condition may negatively affect growth, development and other outcomes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Malnutrition is a serious condition that happens when your diet does not contain the right amount of nutrients. It means “poor nutrition” and can refer to: undernutrition – not getting enough nutrients. overnutrition – getting more nutrients than needed.