Asked by Olubunmi Adelaja on May 24, 2024
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Which of these conditions is due to an inadequate intake of both protein and calories?
A) Bulimia
B) Obesity
C) Marasmus
D) Kwashiorkor
Marasmus
A form of severe malnutrition characterized by energy deficiency, resulting in significant weight loss and muscle wasting.
Protein
A complex molecule composed of amino acids that perform a vast array of functions, including catalyzing metabolic reactions, DNA replication, and transporting molecules.
Calories
Units of energy that food provides, essential for human metabolism and physical activities.
- Pinpoint signs of underfeeding, insufficiency in crucial vitamins and minerals, and their subsequent results.
Verified Answer
SR
Smile RosasMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Marasmus, protein-calorie malnutrition, is due to an inadequate intake of protein and calories or prolonged starvation. Obesity is due to caloric excess; bulimia is an eating disorder. Kwashiorkor is protein malnutrition. Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting. Obesity is caused by excess calories resulting in a body weight greater than 20% the ideal body weight for height. Kwashiorkor is caused by diets high in calories but with little or no protein. The disorder that is caused by inadequate intake of both protein and calories, or starvation, is marasmus.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint signs of underfeeding, insufficiency in crucial vitamins and minerals, and their subsequent results.