What is the Definition of Undernutrition? Causes, Types, and Impacts
                                
                                
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                                Worldwide, approximately 45% of deaths among children under five years of age are linked to undernutrition. This serious health condition is fundamentally defined as the insufficient intake of energy and nutrients to meet an individual's needs, leading to negative health outcomes.