Can Not Eating Enough Cause Edema? Understanding the Link Between Malnutrition and Swelling
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Kwashiorkor, a severe form of protein-energy malnutrition most common in developing countries, is defined by the presence of severe edema caused by a lack of protein. This reveals a direct and serious link: **can not eating enough cause edema**? Yes, specifically when the diet is severely lacking in protein.
