BharatNotes Malnutrition (Types)
A broad term covering undernutrition (wasting — acute; stunting — chronic; underweight) and overnutrition (obesity), as well as micronutrient deficiencies ("hidden hunger" — iron, Vitamin A, iodine deficiencies).
Context & Background
WHO classification widely used; India's high burden of malnutrition despite food surplus is called the "nutrition paradox."
UPSC Exam Relevance
POSHAN Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission) — target to reduce stunting, undernutrition, anaemia; SAM (Severe Acute Malnutrition) treatment; distinction between stunting (height-for-age) and wasting (weight-for-height).
