Nutrition and Health: What Does Mild PEM Look Like?
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According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition in children is a major underlying factor in millions of preventable deaths annually, but mild cases often go unnoticed. Many are unsure what does mild PEM look like and confuse it with other conditions. Recognizing the early, often subtle, signs of mild protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is critical for timely intervention and preventing progression to more severe health issues.
