What is the Summary of PEM?
                                
                                
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                                Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM), once also known as protein-energy undernutrition (PEU), is a serious global health issue that contributes to a significant portion of preventable deaths among children under five. This complex nutritional deficiency is defined as a range of conditions stemming from an inadequate intake of dietary protein and/or energy (calories).