Tag: Malnutrition management

According to a 2021 review, an estimated 32.7 million children under five years of age suffered from moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) globally in 2019, highlighting its widespread public health significance. The treatment for MAM is a context-specific and critical intervention aimed at preventing a child's condition from worsening into severe acute malnutrition and promoting recovery. It involves providing additional nutritional support and healthcare oversight, often within community-based programs.

Invented to overcome contamination risks of F-100 in unhygienic environments, ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) is the nutritional exchange equivalent of F-100 for treating severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in community settings. It is a cornerstone of modern malnutrition management, allowing for effective treatment outside of a hospital environment.