Prevalence of Undernourishment

Definition:

  • Undernourishment is a state of insufficient nutrient intake to meet the body's needs for growth, development, and maintenance. It occurs when a person does not consume enough calories, protein, or essential micronutrients to support their overall health. Undernourishment can lead to a variety of health problems, including stunting, wasting, and micronutrient deficiencies.

Unit of Measure:

  • Percent (%)

Year:

  • 2021, 2022, 2023

SDG Indicator:

  • 2.1.1 Prevalence of undernourishment

CPAP Outcome:

  • Child Survival and Development

CPAP Output:

  • 1.1 Nutrition

Data and Resources

Additional Info

Field Value
Source BPS - SUSENAS
Author UNICEF
Maintainer UNICEF
Last Updated October 1, 2024, 04:01 (UTC)
Created May 29, 2024, 09:03 (UTC)