Hunger in SA is becoming a major health crisis, with 27% of children stunted
The number of malnourished overweight children has also grown -- to more than twice the global figure
Source: timeslive.co.za
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Malnutrition: South Africa's food problems and consequences.
Malnutrition has three dimensions: undernourishment, micronutrient deficiencies and over-nutrition. Consequences include obesity and being overweight. 1 in 10 South Africans go hungry everyday.
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South Africa's hunger problem is turning into a major health crisis
One in ten South Africans go hungry every day. As a result malnutrition levels are high. Malnutrition has three simultaneous dimensions: undernourishment, micronutrient deficiencies and over-nutrition. These can manifest in stunting – being short for one’s age because of long-term undernutrition. In 2016 it was estimated to be 27% among South African children. This is high. Africa is currently the only continent where stunting rates continue to rise, with 27% of African children clas...
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South Africa's hunger problem is turning into a major health crisis
Problems caused by malnutrition - such as obesity - are on the rise in South Africa, with serious health consequences.
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South Africa's hunger problem is turning into a major health crisis
One in ten South Africans go hungry every day. As a result malnutrition levels are high. Malnutrition has three simultaneous dimensions: undernourishm
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