Marasmus is caused by deficiency of

Question

Marasmus is caused by deficiency of (A) Carbohydrates (B) Proteins (C) Vitamins (D) Both A and B

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Nutrient deficiency is the main cause of Marasmus. It occurs in children who don't ingest enough protein, calories, carbohydrates, and other important nutrients. This is usually due to poverty and scarcity of food.

Q. Marasmus is caused by deficiency of

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Vitamins

Both $A$ and $B$

Nutrient deficiency is the main cause of Marasmus. It occurs in children who don't ingest enough protein, calories, carbohydrates, and other important nutrients. This is usually due to poverty and scarcity of food.