The Biology Project: Cell Biology

Nutrition Tutorial

Problem 4: Kwashiorkor vs. Marasmus

What is the difference between Kwashiorkor and Marasmus?

Kwashiorkor refers to a deficiency in total calories while Marasmus means the absence of essential vitamins.
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