Effects of Malnutrition:

An extended period of malnutrition can lead to problems like starvation, heart diseases, constipation, and obesity.

Starvation:

Starvation is a severe reduction in nutrient and energy intake and is the most horrible effect of malnutrition. In humans, prolonged starvation causes permanent organ damage and eventually results in death.

Heart diseases:

Heart diseases are also increasing on the global level and one of the causes of these is malnutrition. People who take an unbalanced diet (high in fats) are more exposed to heart problems. We know that fatty foods increase 'blood cholesterol levels, which obstructs the blood vessels leading to heart diseases.

Constipation:

Malnutrition often leads to situations where people cannot schedule their meals. This irregularity results in several health problems including constipation.

Obesity:

Obesity means becoming overweight and it may also be due to malnutrition. People who take food that contains energy more than their requirement and do very little physical work can become obese. Obesity is known as the mother's disease and may lead to heart problems, hypertension, diabetes, etc.