NUTRITION
ADOLESCENT NUTRITION
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Question
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The lack of essential vitamins and minerals for proper growth and development.
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Micronutrient Deficiency
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Protein Energy Malnutrition
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Eating disorder
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Micronutrient deficiencies can cause several serious health issues. A lack of iron, folate and vitamins B12 and A can lead to anaemia. Anaemia is a condition in which there is a reduced number of red blood cells or haemoglobin concentration, causing fatigue, weakness, shortage of breath and dizziness.
Detailed explanation-2: -Poverty, lack of access to a variety of foods, lack of knowledge of optimal dietary practices and high incidence of infectious diseases are some of the factors which lead to Micronutrient malnutrition.
Detailed explanation-3: -Marasmus is caused by the deficiency of all the nutrients. It leads to loss of muscle and body weight.
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