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How can Malnutrition be caused by social, economic, cultural and environmental conditions.
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Amrit Purba How can Malnutrition be caused by social, economic, cultural and environmental conditions. Malnutrition is a condition where the diet is not balanced resulting with a deficiency disease. It happens worldwide but can be more common to developing countries, as economic, social, cultural and environmental conditions all have an influence A balanced diet involves sufficient amount of carbohydrates, lipids, fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals and water. Lack of these nutrients or overload can increase the risk of having a deficiency disease. High amounts of lipids (fats) cause obesity, because of the high-energy content. This causes strain on joints; leading to foot-problems, pressure on the spine and more work for the heart. Lipids also increase the risk of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), by blocking the coronary arteries. Fat and cholesterol accumulates in artery walls causing Arteriosclerosis- where the wall of an artery bulges and blocks blood flow. Cholesterol occurs in saturated lipids...
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