6^th International Obesity, Diet and Weight Management Congress

The Risks of Poor Nutrition

The people who are most at risk of malnutrition are Malnutrition is especially dangerous for women, infants, children and adolescents. Early nutrition optimization, which includes the 1000 days between conception and a child's second birthday, ensures the best possible start in life, with long-term advantages. Poverty raises the risk of malnutrition and its repercussions. Poor dietary choices, a lack of funds, difficulty acquiring food, and a variety of physical and mental health conditions can all contribute to malnutrition. Malnutrition comes in several forms, one of which is under nutrition. It occurs when the body is deprived of food.