“The Causes of Malnutrition in Indonesia A Literature Study”

Abstract

Malnutrition has always been a concern in the world, including Indonesia. Malnutrition is an individual nutritional problem that can be observed both externally and internally based on the nutritional intake consumed. Balanced nutrition is the key to optimal growth and development. Excess or lack of nutrition has a negative impact on survival, especially for children. In the first days children must get good and balanced nutrition in order to have a strong immune system so that it is difficult to be exposed to disease and grow and develop optimally. The writing of this article uses a literature review research method, which aims to identify and describe the causes of malnutrition based on research results that have been proven to be true. Global nutrition problems have an impact on the layers of society who are in small groups, including households. Parents find it difficult to access education, employment and food availability, thus affecting family conditions, including children's health. Children do not get a balanced nutritional intake so that it inhibits growth and development and lowers the body's immunity. Finally, children are easily and quickly infected with diseases and invite various nutritional problems.