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Stunted growth, also known as stunting or linear growth failure, is defined as impaired growth and development manifested by low height-for-age. [1] It is a manifestation of malnutrition (undernutrition) and can be caused by endogenous factors (such as chronic food insecurity) or exogenous factors (such as parasitic infection).
According to a 2008 review, an estimated 178 million children under age 5 are stunted, most of whom live in sub-Saharan Africa. [15] A 2008 review of malnutrition found that about 55 million children are wasted, including 19 million who have severe wasting or severe acute malnutrition. [ 15 ]
Stunting - Stunting is when a child is too short for their age. It is caused by poor diet and frequent infections. Generally, stunting occurs before the age of 2, with largely irreversible effects. These effects include: delayed motor development, impaired cognitive function, and poor performance in school. 27% of all children globally are stunted.
According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition is the biggest contributor to child mortality, present in half of all cases. [194] Six million children die of hunger every year. [ 195 ] Underweight births and intrauterine growth restrictions cause 2.2 million child deaths a year.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released the Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
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