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Malnutrition can result from either undernutrition or overnutrition. Both conditions are caused by an imbalance between the body's need for and the intake of essential nutrients. Undernutrition, a deficiency of essential nutrients, can result from inadequate intake because of a poor diet or poor absorption from the intestine (malabsorption); abnormally high usage of nutrients by the body; or abnormal loss of nutrients through diarrhea, bleeding (hemorrhage), kidney failure, or excessive sweating. Overnutrition, an excess of essential nutrients, can result from overeating, excessive use of vitamins or other supplements, or underexercising. |
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