What are symptoms of mild malnutrition?

"Malnutrition" is a catchall for a variety of nutritional deficiencies. The most obvious is a lack of sufficient calories, i.e. starvation. But it can also be an imbalance (too much or too little) of any nutrient, and the symptoms will vary with the nutrient and with your body chemistry. read more

Malnutrition can affect every system in the body, depending upon the cause of the malnutrition. In mild to moderate cases of malnutrition, no symptoms or signs may be evident; however, as the condition persists, the signs and symptoms will become more pronounced. read more

In addition, malnutrition can lead to further disinterest in eating or lack of appetite — which only makes the problem worse. How malnutrition begins The causes of malnutrition might seem straightforward — too little food or a diet lacking in nutrients. read more