MALNUTRITION AS A GLOBAL PROBLEM

In the world presently, malnutrition is a growing concern. Every old adult and young children need good nutrition. Malnutrition occurs when not having enough nutritious food to eat.

In the world today we focused more on hunger, not nutrition. The problem is a complex one with no easy answers.
Malnutrition is no longer an issue for countries to tackle alone. Considering the threat to health and productivity, WHO adopted nine nutrition targets for 2025. But latest reports show most are off-track and none are making progress on the full suite of targets.

Targets such as adult obesity and anemia have proven to be insurmountable for every country. Experts and practitioners are now looking for ways to turn promises into action.
Malnutrition is when your body doesn’t get enough nutrients from the foods you eat to work properly. Nutrients include fats, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals. These substances give your body energy and strengthen muscles. They help your body grow and repair tissues. They also regulate bodily functions such as breathing and the beating of your heart.
Malnutrition in older adults can lead to several health problems, including:

• Unintentional weight loss.
• Tiredness and fatigue (feeling out of energy).
• Muscle weakness or loss…