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What is food deficiency?
What are the symptoms of food deficiency?
How to remedy food deficiency.
Food deficiency
Food deficiency is a condition that occurs when the body does not get enough essential nutrients from the food eaten. These nutrients include proteins, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, and water.
Causes
Poor or unbalanced diet.
Poverty or food shortage.
Illness affecting digestion or absorption.
Skipping meals or extreme dieting.
Common Types & Effects
Protein deficiency → poor growth, weak muscles (e.g. kwashiorkor).
Iron deficiency → anaemia, tiredness, dizziness.
Vitamin A deficiency → poor vision, night blindness.
Vitamin C deficiency → bleeding gums, poor wound healing (scurvy).
Iodine deficiency → goitre, mental retardation in children.
Prevention
Eat a balanced diet.
Include fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains.
Nutrition education and food fortification.
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