Question 5
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Kwashiorkor is a disease caused by nutrient deficiency. Symptoms include swelling
in the abdomen and legs, changes in skin and hair, poor growth, and muscle
weakness. It can be treated by eating foods such as meat, dairy, or soy.
A deficiency of which MAJOR nutrient leads to kwashiorkor?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrate
C. Vitamin
D. Minerals
Kwashiorkor is a disease caused by nutrient deficiency. Symptoms include swelling
in the abdomen and legs, changes in skin and hair, poor growth, and muscle
weakness. It can be treated by eating foods such as meat, dairy, or soy.
A deficiency of which MAJOR nutrient leads to kwashiorkor?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrate
C. Vitamin
D. Minerals