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HOWTO PREVENT MALNUTRITION

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the largest contributor to global child mortality is malnutrition. In fact, even in developed countries, a surprising number of people across age groups suffer from malnutrition. However, many disorders and health conditions caused by malnutrition can be easily prevented by taking proper precautions . Most nutrition disorders can be avoided by adopting healthy eating practices and staying alert to potential problems.

WORDS TO UNDERSTAND

DETECTION: uncovering of facts or information PRECAUTIONS: safeguards; plans designed to prevent an undesir- able outcome PROMPTLY: swiftly

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