What is malnutrition and types of malnutrition?
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Replied to: What is malnutrition and types of malnutrition?
There are two main types of undernutrition: protein-energy malnutrition and dietary deficiencies. Protein-energy malnutrition has two severe forms: marasmus (a lack of protein and calories) and kwashiorkor (a lack of just protein). ... Other causes of malnutrition include anorexia nervosa and bariatric surgery.