What are the effects of poor nutrition on children?
Nutritional deficiencies (or) low calorie food | Impaired growth, poor development of bones | |
High sugar food and carbonated drinks,
preservatives | Dental caries, muscle cramps | |
High intake of food, especially if high in sugar | Obesity, early onset of diabetes, hypertension,
heart disease and cancer | |
Cognitive and behavioral problems | Delay in milestones like language,
learning disabilities, ADHD*, restlessness,
temper tantrums, nervousness. | |
*ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is characterized by problems with attention, hyperactivity, poor organization,
and low self-esteem. Poor nutrition is one possible cause.