Healthy living in Africa Campaign : Marasmus | Nestlé

Marasmus is a severe form of malnutrition that consists of the chronic wasting away of fat, muscle, and other tissues in the body. It’s caused by a severe deficiency of both protein and calories. Marasmus is a serious worldwide problem that involves more than 50 million children younger than 5 years. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 49% of the 10.4 million deaths occurring in children younger than 5 years in developing countries are associated with the condition. #HealthyLivingAfrica