malnutrition
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a state of poor nutrition; can result from insufficient or excessive or unbalanced diet or from inability to absorb foodssynonyms: sous-alimentationtypes:avitaminoseany of several diseases caused by deficiency of one or more vitaminsbéribériavitaminosis caused by lack of thiamine (vitamin B1)rachitismechildhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorushéméralopieinability to see clearly in dim light; due to a deficiency of vitamin A or to a retinal disordertype of:carence, insuffisanceany disease caused by a lack of an essential nutrient (as a vitamin or mineral)
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If you need some food for thought, review this list of terms related to nutrition and diet. Whether you're interested in learning about carbohydrates, vitamins, or digestion, this list is full of words to whet your appetite.
If you need some food for thought, review this list of terms related to nutrition and diet. Whether you're interested in learning about carbohydrates, vitamins, or digestion, this list is full of words to whet your appetite.
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