Your body needs a variety of nutrients, and in certain amounts, to maintain its many functions. Malnutrition is a condition that occurs when you do not get the correct amount of nutrients from your diet.
Even the lack of a single vitamin or mineral can have serious health consequences for your body. On the other hand, having an excess of nutrients can also cause problems.
Malnutrition is a major public health issue in the UK. There are approximately three million people in the UK who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition. The majority live in their own homes.
Even the lack of a single vitamin or mineral can have serious health consequences for your body. On the other hand, having an excess of nutrients can also cause problems.
Malnutrition is a major public health issue in the UK. There are approximately three million people in the UK who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition. The majority live in their own homes.
Effects of malnutrition
Malnutrition can:
- increase risk of illness and infection
- slow wound healing
- increase risk of falls
- lead to low mood
- reduce energy levels
- reduce mobility
- reduce independence and ability to carry out daily activities
