Abstract
Undernutrition among young children is widespread in the United States and has a detrimental impact on brain development. This article explores the risks associated with undernutrition and the potential for recovery when diet and the environment improve. Three policy implications are discussed: (a) increasing access to federal food programs, (b) promoting breastfeeding, and (c) working toward reducing child poverty.
MeSH terms
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Anemia, Iron-Deficiency / epidemiology
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Anemia, Iron-Deficiency / prevention & control
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Brain / growth & development*
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Brain / physiopathology*
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Breast Feeding
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Child
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Child Nutrition Disorders / epidemiology
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Child Nutrition Disorders / physiopathology*
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Child Nutrition Disorders / prevention & control*
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Cognition Disorders / epidemiology
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Developmental Disabilities / epidemiology
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Developmental Disabilities / prevention & control
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Dietary Supplements
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Environment
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Failure to Thrive
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Health Promotion
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Humans
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Micronutrients / deficiency
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Nutrition Policy / legislation & jurisprudence
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Nutritional Status
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Protein-Energy Malnutrition / epidemiology
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Protein-Energy Malnutrition / prevention & control
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Public Policy*
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Social Behavior
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Socioeconomic Factors