Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a potentially fatal body-depletion disorder. It is the leading cause of death in children in developing countries.
Protein-energy malnutrition is seen only in developing countries.
Protein-energy malnutrition is seen only in developing countries.
Two types of protein-energy malnutrition have been described--kwashiorkor and marasmus.
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Protein Energy Malnutrition
Children who are already undernourished can suffer from protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) when rapid growth, infection, or disease increases the need for protein and essential minerals.
It is where the body lacks energy due to less protein present in the body.
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Protein energy malnutrition affects all energy dependent processes,including ion exhange pumps that are ATP dependent.
Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a potentially fatal body-depletion disorder. It is the leading cause of death in children in developing countries.
low weight for height.
Not enough protein and food that give you energy :)