Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt

Swelling, primarily in the belly and limbs (in Kwashiorkor).

Meera sat on the low stool and drew in the dust with a stick, sketching the human figure and its needs. “Energy comes from food—and so does the building material, protein. If a child eats mainly starchy foods and not enough nutrient-rich foods, their body uses up its reserves. They lose muscle. Their bodies protect the brain first; the rest—growth, fight against infections—suffers.”

Adipose tissue undergoes lipolysis, releasing free fatty acids. In Kwashiorkor, impaired synthesis of apolipoproteins prevents lipid export from the liver, culminating in severe hepatic steatosis (fatty liver). Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt

Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is a form of malnutrition that occurs when the body does not receive enough protein and energy from the diet. Protein is an essential nutrient that plays a critical role in the growth and maintenance of body tissues, while energy is necessary for the proper functioning of the body's cells. When the diet lacks sufficient protein and energy, the body begins to break down its own tissues to meet its energy needs, leading to a range of negative health consequences.

Protein-energy malnutrition: the nature and extent of theproblem Swelling, primarily in the belly and limbs (in Kwashiorkor)

When the human body faces prolonged nutrient deprivation, it undergoes reductive adaptation to preserve homeostatic function in vital organs (brain, heart, kidneys).

Malnourished children cannot regulate blood glucose or body temperature efficiently. Provide immediate feeding or IV glucose if unconscious. Keep the child warm through clothing, blankets, or skin-to-skin contact ("Kangaroo care"). Fluid Resuscitation If a child eats mainly starchy foods and

Keep the child warm using the kangaroo care method, blankets, or heating lamps.

Infections: Diarrhea, measles, and respiratory infections can deplete nutrient stores and reduce appetite.