👉 Malnutrition is a condition in which an individual or group of individuals are unable to obtain sufficient nutrients needed for growth and development. This can be due to various factors such as poor diet, malabsorption, illness, lack of access to food, or environmental hazards. In the context of nutrition, malnourishment refers to the deficiency of essential nutrients in a person's diet. This can lead to health problems like weight loss, fatigue, and low energy levels. It is often caused by factors