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What is childhood malnutrition?

Childhood malnutrition, mentioned in The Lancet's global risk assessment, refers to children not getting enough nutrients for healthy growth and development. It encompasses undernutrition, like stunting or wasting, and also deficiencies in essential vitamins and minerals. This widespread issue is a significant threat to well-being, often linked to poverty and food insecurity, and interacts with other global challenges like climate change.