What is SAM ?

Malnutrition commonly represents under-nutrition resulting from inadequate consumption, poor absorption or excessive loss of nutrients. The term can also be used to refer to over-nutrition resulting from excessive intake of specific nutrients. A child will experience malnutrition if the child does not consume the appropriate amount or quality of nutrients, comprising a healthy diet over a period of time. Types of malnutrition

1. Underweight-Low weight for age (Composite indicator: measure of acute and chronic malnutrition)
2. Stunting-Low height for age (indicator of chronic malnutrition)
3. Wasting-Low weight for height (indicator of acute malnutrition) - age independent (6-59 month)

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