What Is Kwashiorkor?
4. Causes?
As mentioned, kwashiorkor is the result of not having enough protein in your diet. Situations like wars and natural disasters can impact the already limited distribution of food, meaning people have little to nothing to eat. In some cases, people may simply not be aware of the need for protein in a diet.
If it does occur in children in developed countries, it could be a sign that the child is undergoing abuse and their situation should be checked out. It might also be caused in people that have other medical conditions that are making it difficult to eat and/or absorb the nutrients that they need.
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