Poverty: What Is a Major Contributor to Malnutrition in the Under 5 Children?
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly half of all deaths in children under 5 years of age are linked to undernutrition. A complex interplay of factors drives this global crisis, but one stands out as a fundamental challenge: poverty. The lack of financial resources creates a vicious cycle of food insecurity, poor health, and inadequate care that directly contributes to childhood malnutrition.
