Malnutrition

Malnutrition refers to the condition resulting from an unbalanced diet where certain nutrients are either lacking or taken in excess. Under-nutrition and over-nutrition are both related to various diseases. Under-nutrition, particularly in the developmental years in children, is linked to stunted growth. One out of four children in the world is stunted due to malnutrition and over 923 million people are undernourished. On the other hand, over-nutrition is linked to overconsumption of nutrients and leads to obesity-related lifestyle diseases like heart diseases, diabetes, strokes and hypertension. According to some research findings, over-nutrition leads to thirty five million deaths every year.

According to UNICEF, 1 out of 3 children under 5 are malnourished

According to a report by UNICEF, the nourishment level of children under five years of age, across the globe, is alarming.
Hospitalised older cancer patients at risk of malnutrition: Study

According to a new study published in the journal CANCER, hospitalized cancer patients are at 45 per cent increased risk of being malnourished than those who are not in hospital.
5 gut bacteria boosting foods to tackle malnutrition

Read on to know about foods that can increase the number of good bacteria in your gut and can help you treat the problem of malnutrition.
Acute Encephalitis Syndrome: Are litchis really the culprit?

Doctors have blamed the litchi fruit for the spread of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome. But is the fruit really the villain here as everybody seems to think? Dr. Pradeep Gadge, leading Diabetologist, Gadge Diabetes Centre, shares his views
Home nutrition care keeps patient out of hospital

According to a study published in the Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Paying attention to nutrition care helps promote patients' strength and prevents them from going back to the hospital.
Good lifestyle habits are necessary to prevent obesity in children: Aamir Khan

During the launch of Child Obesity Team (COST) website in Mumbai, Aamir Khan said that in order to keep children away from obesity, it is important to guide them on good lifestyle habits.
Minister: government committed to providing best healthcare facilities

According to Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, despite demographic challenges in India, the government is committed to providing the best healthcare facilities.
Report: India home to a third of world's stunted children

Global Nutrition Report says that stunting among children under five has fallen globally from 32.6 per cent in 2000 to 22.2 per cent in 2017. Still, India is home to almost a third of the world's stunted children.
Tooth loss in elderly linked to malnutrition, finds study

Older adults with just 10 to 19 teeth are at higher risk malnutrition, warns a new study.
Seniors with only 10 to 19 teeth are at greater risk of malnutrition, finds study

This study has shown that senior citizens with less than 10 to 19 teeth are at greater risk of malnutrition.
Eminent bariatric surgeon demands education ministry to set guidelines for school canteen to the

Processed food and beverages are the biggest sources of unwanted sugar in the diet. Excessive sugar is very unhealthy and can have adverse effect on metabolism and these foods should be banned from school canteens.
Know what causes malnutrition in elderly people?

Malnutrition is a condition where people have a drastically reduced dietary intake and the body lacks energy and nutrients as a result. According to Prof. Dr Dorothee Volkert, one of the researchers, the consequences of malnutrition are manifold. They range from weight loss to a weakened immune system or functional impairment of muscles and all organs. The body falls back on all its reserves.
Reduce malnutrition by supporting 'Rashtriya Poshan Maah', says Maneka Gandhi

Minister of Women and Child Development Maneka Sanjay Gandhi on Tuesday urged various ministries to offer full support to the ongoing 'Rashtriya Poshan Maah' with outreach activities.
Homeless children more likely to have poor health, says study

If a new study is to be believed, babies who experienced both pre- and post-natal homelessness and those who experienced homelessness for longer than six months were at a highest risk of negative health outcomes.
National Nutrition Week 2018: Eat these foods to prevent malnutrition

Deficiencies, excesses or imbalances in a person's intake of energy and/or nutrients can be termed as malnutrition. So, here are some foods to prevent it. Opt for it, if you want to keep malnutrition at bay.
How to cope with the aftermath of MDR-TB treatment

You don't become all string and healthy right after your treatment for MDR-TB gets over. In fact, your body becomes a work in progress for you post the treatment. It can take anywhere between six to nine months to get back your strength and vigor.
Bariatric surgery: For whom and why not all should go for it

Bariatric surgery is not an option for all. Only those with morbid obesity should go for it. Find out why not everyone should try for this procedure.
'Malnutrition at unacceptable levels, make agriculture nutrition sensitive'

Said Vice President Venkaiah Naidu while addressing an audience on Sunday.
Going into starvation mode can be harmful to your health

Are you starving yourself? Beware! Here are some of the adverse effects of it.
Shrinkage of food pipe may lead you to serious trouble: Learn all about it

From choking to breathing difficulties, dehydration to pulmonary aspiration, food pipe shrinkage can land you in serious troubles. Find all about this condition.