FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Marasmus is a severe form of protein-energy malnutrition that results when a person does not consume enough protein and calories.

Detailed explanation-2: -Macronutrient undernutrition Also called protein-energy undernutrition, this is a deficiency of macronutrients: proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Macronutrients are the main building blocks of your diet, the nutrients that your body relies on to produce energy to maintain itself.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are 4 broad sub-forms of undernutrition: wasting, stunting, underweight, and deficiencies in vitamins and minerals.

Detailed explanation-4: -Kwashiorkor and marasmus are the two main types of severe protein-energy undernutrition recognized by healthcare providers worldwide. The main difference between them is that kwashiorkor is predominantly a protein deficiency, while marasmus is a deficiency of all macronutrients-protein, carbohydrates and fats.