The Severe Effect of Prolonged Undernourishment on the Human Body
•
3 min read
According to the World Health Organization, undernutrition is linked to nearly half of all deaths in children under five. The prolonged effect of undernourishment forces the body into survival mode, systematically shutting down non-essential functions and causing widespread damage to a person's physical and mental health. This condition is a leading global health challenge with severe and lasting consequences for individuals, families, and communities.