Combating Malnutrition through Sustainable Approaches

Malnutrition is becoming a major concern in developing countries due to a lack of facilities for post-harvest handling and improper supply chain management, because of which millions of tons of food are wasted each year. Shortage of food in many areas results in malnourished populations, especially children. According to recent statistics, more than 149 million children worldwide younger than 5 years were malnourished (wasted or obese) in 2020. Of these children, 3.1 million die every year due to the deficiency of vital nutrients, which leads to functional and structural abnormalities. This book provides a comprehensive overview of malnutrition and strategies for combatting this dangerous condition.