Malnutrition can be categorized into undernutrition and overnutrition. Key indicators include:
- Stunting: Low height-for-age, indicating chronic undernutrition. - Wasting: Low weight-for-height, indicating acute undernutrition. - Underweight: Low weight-for-age, a general indicator of undernutrition. - Micronutrient Deficiencies: Lack of essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron, vitamin A, and iodine. - Obesity: Excess body fat, often assessed using BMI.
